Northern Midlands August Council Agenda

AGENDA
Ordinary Meeting of Council
Monday, 21 August 2017
Des Jennings
General Manager
QUALIFIED PERSONS ADVICE
The Local Government Act 1993 provides (in part) as follows:
A General Manager must ensure that any advice, information or recommendation given to the Council is
given by a person who has the qualifications or experience necessary to give such advice, information or
recommendation.
A Council is not to decide on any matter which requires the advice of a qualified person without
considering such advice unless the General Manager certifies in writing such advice was obtained and
taken into account in providing general advice to the Council.
I therefore certify that with respect to all advice, information or recommendation provided to the Council in
or with this Agenda:
i) the advice, information or recommendation is given by a person who has the qualifications or
experience necessary to give such advice, information or recommendation; and
ii) where any advice is directly given by a person who does not have the required qualifications or
experience, that person has obtained and taken into account in that persons general advice, the advice
from an appropriately qualified or experienced person.
MEETING CONDUCT
People attending Council Meetings are expected to behave in an appropriate manner.
The following is not acceptable:
Offensive or inappropriate behaviour
Personal insults
Verbal abuse
In the case of any inappropriate outburst or derogatory behaviour, an apology from the offending party
or parties will be requested. Anyone at the meeting, if they feel offended in any way by any such
behaviour specified above, should immediately bring the behaviour to the notice of the Chairperson by
the way of a point of order.
The Chairperson has the right to evict from a meeting any person who is not behaving to an appropriate
standard.
Des Jennings
GENERAL MANAGER
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GUIDELINES FOR COUNCIL MEETINGS
PUBLIC QUESTIONS AND STATEMENTS

PUBLIC QUESTION TIME:
Regulation 31 of the Local Government (Meeting Procedures) Regulations 2015 makes provision for Public
Question Time during a Council meeting.
Public question time is to commence immediately after the meal break at approximately 6:45pm and is to be
conducted in accordance with the following guidelines:
At each Council Meeting up to 20 minutes, or such longer period as Council may determine by
resolution at that meeting, is to be provided for persons at the meeting to ask questions.
A person seeking to ask a question must firstly identify himself or herself by stating their name and the
town they reside in.
If more than one person wishes to ask a question, the Mayor is to determine the order in which those
questions are asked
Questions must be directed to the Mayor who shall answer or direct the question to the appropriate
Councillor or Council Officer. A question will be answered if the information is known otherwise taken
on notice and responded to in writing within 10 working days. Questions should preferably be in
writing and provided to the General Manager 7 days prior to the Council Meeting.
A person is entitled to ask no more than 2 questions on any specific subject. If a person has up to two
questions on several subjects, the Mayor may defer those questions until other questions have been
asked and refer back to that person only if time permits.
Each speaker is limited to a maximum of 3 minutes.
REPRESENTATIONS ON PLANNING ITEMS
A maximum of 4 persons per item (2 for and 2 against) will be permitted to address Council on a planning
item. After the representation has been made, Councillors are permitted to ask questions of the party who
made the representation.
PETITIONS
In relation to the receipt of petitions, the provisions of the Local Government Act 1993, Part 6 - Petitions,
polls and public meetings, S57 and S58, should be noted.
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RECORDING OF COUNCIL MEETINGS
Regulation 33 of the Local Government (Meeting Procedures) Regulations 2015 provides for the audio
recording of Council meetings.
The purpose of recording meetings of Council is to assist Council officers in the preparation of minutes of
proceedings.
The provision of recording of Council meetings in this policy:

only applies to formal Council meetings (ordinary meetings, special meetings and Annual General
meetings);
does not apply to closed sessions of Council;
does not apply to Committees of Council;
The recording will not replace written minutes and a transcript of the recording will not be prepared;
The recording may be used by Council staff to assist with the preparation of the minutes and by Council
during a subsequent meeting within the period that the recording is retained;
The official copy of the recording of a Council meeting is to be retained by Council for at least a period
of 6 months from the date of a meeting and deleted after that period has expired.
If requested, a recording of a Council meeting to be available to Councillors at no cost within 24 hours
of the meeting.
Notices advising that
the proceedings of the meeting are to be audio recorded; and
the detail relating to the recording of meetings by members of the public
are to be on display at each meeting.
A member of the public may only use an audio recorder, or any other recording and/or transmitting device,
to record the proceedings of a meeting of Council with the written permission of the General Manager for
the express purpose proposed. The Northern Midlands Council reserves the right to revoke such permission
at any time.
Unless expressly stated otherwise, Northern Midlands Council claims copyright ownership of the content of
recordings of Council meetings ("the Recordings").
The Recordings may not upload, display, print and/or reproduced without the written permission of the
General Manager for the express purpose proposed.
The Northern Midlands Council reserves the right to revoke such permission at any time. Apart from uses
permitted under the Copyright Act 1968, all other rights are reserved.
Any request for authorisation, including authorisation for the use of recordings, should be directed to the
General Manager, 13 Smith Street, Longford TAS 7301.
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AGENDA ORDINARY MEETING
21 AUGUST 2017
NOTICE is hereby given that the next meeting of the Northern Midlands Council will be held at the Council
Chambers, Longford on Monday, 21 August 2017 at 5.00pm.
Des Jennings
General Manager
16 August 2017
4.00pm Councillor Workshop closed to the public
GOV 1 ATTENDANCE
1 PRESENT
In Attendance:
2 APOLOGIES
GOV 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS
GOV 1 ATTENDANCE 2
1 PRESENT 2
2 APOLOGIES 2
GOV 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS 2
GOV 3 DECLARATIONS OF ANY PECUNIARY INTEREST OF A COUNCILLOR OR CLOSE ASSOCIATE 4
GOV 4 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES 4
1 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING 17 JULY 2017 4
2 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES OF COMMITTEES 4
Attachments: Section 1 Page 1
3 RECOMMENDATIONS OF SUB COMMITTEES 5
GOV 5 DATE OF NEXT COUNCIL MEETING 18 SEPTEMBER 2017 6
INFO INFORMATION ITEMS 7
1 COUNCIL WORKSHOPS/MEETINGS HELD SINCE THE LAST ORDINARY MEETING 7
2 MAYORS COMMUNICATIONS 7
3 PETITION 7
4 CONFERENCES & SEMINARS: REPORT ON ATTENDANCE BY COUNCIL DELEGATES 8
5 132 & 337 CERTIFICATES ISSUED 8
6 ANIMAL CONTROL 8
7 HEALTH ISSUES 8
8 CUSTOMER REQUEST RECEIPTS 9
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9 GIFTS & DONATIONS (UNDER SECTION 77 OF THE LGA) 9
10 ACTION ITEMS: COUNCIL MINUTES 9
11 KEY ISSUES BEING CONSIDERED: MANAGERS REPORTS 14
12 RESOURCE SHARING SUMMARY FROM 01 JULY 2016 20
13 VANDALISM 20
14 YOUTH PROGRAM UPDATE: JULY 2017 20
15 STRATEGIC PLANS UPDATE 21
16 STRATEGIC PROJECTS OUTCOMES AND DELIVERY 2017-2027 25
17 ANIMAL CONTROL UPDATE 28
18 NTDC LTD QUARTERLY ORGANISATION PROGRESS REPORT TO COUNCIL
MEMBERS: AUGUST 2017 28
19 TASMANIAN PLANNING COMMISSION ASSESSMENT OF REPRESENTATIONS ON
THE NORTHERN INTERIM PLANNING SCHEME AND RELATED URGENT
AMENDMENTS 30
DEV 1 MONTHLY REPORT: DEVELOPMENT SERVICES 31
DEV 2 JBS LONGFORD ABATTOIR OPERATIONS 36
DEV 3 DRAFT BYLAW: PLACEMENT OF SHIPPING CONTAINERS 39
GOV 6 NRM NORTH: ASSOCIATION REPRESENTATION 43
GOV 7 STATE ROADS MAINTENANCE 45
R&CS 1 POLICY REVIEW: OVERNIGHT CAMPING - SELF CONTAINED VEHICLES 47
R&CS 2 LONGFORD RECREATION GROUND 2030 MASTERPLAN 51
CORP 1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL STATEMENT 54
PUBLIC QUESTIONS & STATEMENTS 58
1 PUBLIC QUESTIONS 58
COUNCIL ACTING AS A PLANNING AUTHORITY 59
2 STATEMENTS 59
PLAN 1 PLANNING APPLICATION P17-175 12A ELIZABETH STREET, PERTH 60
PLAN 2 PLANNING APPLICATION P17-178 873 ILLAWARRA ROAD, LONGFORD 77
PLAN 3 PLANNING APPLICATION P17-166 MIDLAND HIGHWAY, ILLAWARRA ROAD &
ADJOINING PROPERTIES, PERTH 90
PLAN 4 DRAFT PLANNING SCHEME AMENDMENT & PLANNING APPLICATION P16-271, 184
HIGH STREET, CAMPBELL TOW 122

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COUNCIL ACTING AS A PLANNING AUTHORITY CESSATION 156
CON ITEMS FOR THE CLOSED MEETING 157
CON 1 INFORMATION OF A PERSONAL AND CONFIDENTIAL NATURE OR INFORMATION
PROVIDED TO THE COUNCIL ON THE CONDITION IT IS KEPT CONFIDENTIAL 157
CON 2 APPLICATIONS BY COUNCILLORS FOR LEAVE OF ABSENCE 157
CON 3 (1) PERSONNEL MATTERS 157
CON 3 (2) INFORMATION OF A PERSONAL AND CONFIDENTIAL NATURE OR INFORMATION
CON 3 (3) MATTERS RELATING TO ACTUAL OR POSSIBLE LITIGATION TAKEN, OR TO BE
TAKEN, BY OR INVOLVING THE COUNCIL OR AN EMPLOYEE OF THE COUNCIL 157
CON 4 CONTRACTS, AND TENDERS, FOR THE SUPPLY OF GOODS AND SERVICES AND
THEIR TERMS, CONDITIONS, APPROVAL AND RENEWAL 157
GOV 3 DECLARATIONS OF ANY PECUNIARY INTEREST OF A

COUNCILLOR OR CLOSE ASSOCIATE
Section 8 sub clause (7) of the Local Government (Meeting Procedures) 2005 require that the Chairperson is
to request Councillors to indicate whether they have, or are likely to have a pecuniary interest in any item on
the Agenda.
GOV 4 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
1 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING 17 JULY 2017

DECISION
Cr
The Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of the Northern Midlands Council held at the Council
Chambers, Longford on Monday, 17 July 2017 be confirmed as a true record of proceedings.
2 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES OF COMMITTEES

Minutes of meetings of the following Committees were circulated in the Attachments:
Date Committee Meeting
i) 02/05/2017 Avoca Museum and Information Centre AGM
ii) 02/05/2017 Avoca Museum and Information Centre Ordinary
iii) 04/07/2017 Evandale Community Centre and Memorial Hall Management Committee Ordinary
iv) 08/07/2017 Epping Forest Hall Committee AGM
v) 11/07/2017 Ross Community Sports Club Inc Ordinary
vi) 01/08/2017 Campbell Town District Forum Ordinary
vii) 01/08/2017 Perth Local District Committee Ordinary
viii) 01/08/2017 Evandale Advisory Committee Ordinary
ix) 02/08/2017 Ross Local District Committee Ordinary
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DECISION
Cr
That the Minutes of the Meetings of the above Council Committees be received.
3 RECOMMENDATIONS OF SUB COMMITTEES

NOTE: Matters already considered by Council at previous meetings have been incorporated into INFO 15:
Officers Action Items.
Perth Local District Committee
That Council note the following recommendation/s of the Perth Local District Committee:
a) William Street Reserve (meeting: 6 June 2017)
That the Perth Local District Committee encourage Council to prioritise (before summer) the clearing of
the willows at the frontage of the new gazebo structure at William Street Reserve and the removal of
debris from the swimming hole.
Officers Comment:
Although council leases and is responsible for the William Street Reserve, the Department of Primary
Industries, Parks, Wildlife and Environment (DPIPWE) is not supportive of riverbank works that are
unrelated to river-flow.
Officers Recommendation:
That no further action be taken in relation to the following recommendation of the Perth Local District
Committee:
That the Perth Local District Committee encourage Council to prioritise (before summer) the clearing
of the willows at the frontage of the new gazebo structure at William Street Reserve and the removal
of debris from the swimming hole.
DECISION
Cr
b) Beautification of Perth (1 August 2017 meeting)

That Council note the disappointment of the Committee that the planting of annuals in the Main Street
of Perth had not occurred and that the plantings be undertaken as a matter of urgency.
Officers Comment:
After 2 years the tree roots are established, the soil is hard and nutrients depleted. Annual plantings at
the base of street trees have proved to be unsuccessful in the third year of planting.
That
1) no further action be taken in relation to the following recommendation of the Perth Local District
Committee:
That Council note the disappointment of the Committee that the planting of annuals in the
Main Street of Perth had not occurred and that the plantings be undertaken as a matter of
urgency.
And;
2) That plantings of annuals occur for two years only, when new avenues of street trees are planted
in Perth main street.
DECISION
Cr
c) Safety of Midland Highway Perth to north of Breadalbane (1 August 2017 meeting)

That Council request Department of State Growth to undertake a safety audit on the sections of road
which have been opened.

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That Council convey the following concern raised by the Perth Local District Committee to the Department
of State Growth:
That Council request Department of State Growth to undertake a safety audit on the sections of road
which have been opened.
DECISION
Cr
GOV 5 DATE OF NEXT COUNCIL MEETING

18 SEPTEMBER 2017
Mayor Downie advised that the next Ordinary Council Meeting would be held at the Northern Midlands
Council Chambers at Longford at 5.00pm on Monday, 18 September 2017.

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INFO INFORMATION ITEMS
1 COUNCIL WORKSHOPS/MEETINGS HELD SINCE THE LAST ORDINARY MEETING

Responsible Officer: Des Jennings, General Manager
The General Manager advised that the following workshops/ meetings had been held.
Date Held Purpose of Workshop
07/08/2017 Council Workshop
Discussion:
Mens Shed
TasWater Small Towns Water Project
Longford Velodrome
Entrance Statement - Evandale
Tooms Lake Toilets Closure & Replacement
Longford Community Facilities Assessment and Longford Civic Centre Site Feasibility Study - Brief
Longford to Cressy Horse Trail Study - Brief
21/08/2017 Council Workshop
Discussion:
Council Meeting Agenda items
2 MAYORS COMMUNICATIONS
Acting Mayors Communications for the period 18 July 2017 to 12 August 2017 are as follows:
Date Activity
26 July Attended LGAT AGM and General Meeting, Hobart
27-28 July Attended LGAT Annual Conference, Hobart
29 July Attended Longford Football Club home game
7 August Council Workshop
9 August Attended Morven Park Management & Development Association Committee meeting
Attended to email, phone, media and mail inquiries.
Mayors Communications for the period 12 August to 21 August 2017 are as follows:
Date Activity
21 August Attended Council Meeting and Workshop
Attended to email, phone, media and mail inquiries.
3 PETITION
1 PURPOSE OF REPORT
In accordance with the Vision, Mission and Values of Council as identified in the Councils Strategic Plan 2007-2017 and
the Local Government Act 1993, S57 S60, provision is made for Council to receive petitions tabled at the Council
Meeting.
2 OFFICERS COMMENT
In relation to the receipt of petitions, the following provisions of the Local Government Act 1993, Part 6 - Petitions, polls
and public meetings, S57 and S58, should be noted:
Section 57. Petitions
(1) A person may lodge a petition with a council by presenting it to a councillor or the general manager.
(2) A person lodging a petition is to ensure that the petition contains
(a) a clear and concise statement identifying the subject matter; and
(b) a heading on each page indicating the subject matter; and
(c) a brief statement on each page of the subject matter and the action requested; and
(d) a statement specifying the number of signatories; and
(e) the full printed name, address and signature of the person lodging the petition at the end of the petition.
58. Tabling petition
(1) A councillor who has been presented with a petition is to
(a) table the petition at the next ordinary meeting of the council; or
(b) forward it to the general manager within 7 days after receiving it.
(2) A general manager who has been presented with a petition or receives a petition under subsection (1)(b) is to table

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the petition at the next ordinary meeting of the council.
(3) A petition is not to be tabled if
(a) it does not comply with section 57; or
(b) it is defamatory; or
(c) any action it proposes is unlawful.
(4) The general manager is to advise the lodger of a petition that is not tabled the reason for not tabling it within 21
days after lodgement.
3 Petitions Received
Nil
4 CONFERENCES & SEMINARS:

REPORT ON ATTENDANCE BY COUNCIL DELEGATES
1 PURPOSE OF REPORT
To provide an opportunity for Councillors and the General Manager to report on their attendance at recent
conferences/seminars.
In accordance with Councils Strategic Plan 2007-2017 (2012/13 Revision), Part 1 Governance, the core functions are:
Support Council with governance advice and effective leadership, review and implement organisational values
through day to day operations, effective communication, community consultation and advocacy, issues
identification, strategic and corporate planning, annual reports, public and private resource sharing, induction of
elected members, provision of legal advice, human resources management and liaise with representative bodies.
Support Council with sound financial advice and management, and generate funds without burdening the
community. Rates administration, budgeting and reporting, debt collection, taxation, asset registers and
depreciation, receipts and payments, wages and salaries, loans and investments, records management,
information technology, and customer service.
2 CONFERENCES AND SEMINARS
Nil
5 132 & 337 CERTIFICATES ISSUED

No. of Certificates Issued 2017/2018 year Total
Jul Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May June Total 2016/2017
132 103 103 752
337 29 29 388
6 ANIMAL CONTROL
Income/Issues Income/Issues Income/Issues
Item 2016/2017 for July 2017 2017/2018
No. $ No. $ No. $
Dogs Registered 3,673 88,802 509 9,172 509 9,172
Dogs Impounded 72 5,423 4 127 4 127
Euthanized 3 - - - - -
Re-claimed 63 - 2 - 2 -
Re-homed/To RSPCA 6 - 2 - 2 -
New Kennel Licences 5 345 2 140 2 140
Renewed Kennel Licences 65 2,772 66 2,838 66 2,838
Infringement Notices (paid in full) 77 13,203 10 1,591 10 1,591
Legal Action 1 3,500 - - - -
Livestock Impounded 2 673 - - - -
TOTAL 114,718 13,868 13,868
7 HEALTH ISSUES
Immunisations
The Public Health Act 1997 requires that Councils offer immunisations against a number of diseases. The following table
will provide Council with details of the rate of immunisations provided through Schools. Monthly clinics are not offered
by Council; however, parents are directed to their local General Practitioner who provides the service.
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2015/2016 2016/2017 2017/2018
MONTH
Persons Vaccination Persons Vaccination Persons Vaccination
July-September 31 31 43 49 1 1
October-December 46 52
January-March - - - -
April-June - - 16 45
Some previous data for 2015 2016 is not included as Launceston City Council were delivering the immunisation
program during that period.
*The total number of vaccinations increases because there are several vaccinations given to each student.
The National Immunisation Program Schedule recommends that two vaccinations be provided in the school based
program in 2017, including Human Papillomavirus (HPV) and diphtheria, tetanus and acellular pertussis (whooping
cough) (dTpa).
Immunisations will be undertaken by the Longford Surgery during 2017.
Other Environmental Health Services
Determine acceptable and achievable levels of environmental and public health by ongoing monitoring, inspection,
education and, where necessary, by applying corrective measures by mutual consent or application of legislation.
Ensure safe standards of food offered for sale are maintained.
Investigations/Inspections 2014/2015 2015/16 2016/17 2017/18

Notifiable Diseases 2 5 4 0
Inspection of Food Premises 118 154 75 10
Notifiable Disease investigations have been carried out by the Department of Health and Human Services from Hobart,
with only significant outbreaks directed to Council to assist with investigations. However, due to the prompt and
thorough investigating by Council Environmental Health Officers, the Department now directs more cases for Council
to investigate.
Food premises are due for inspection from 1 July each year.
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Operational Area July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May June
Animal Control -
Building & Planning - -
Community Services -
Corporate Services 2
Governance -
Waste -
Works (North) 13
Works (South) 3
9 GIFTS & DONATIONS (UNDER SECTION 77 OF THE LGA)

Date Recipient Purpose Amount
Council wages and plant Assistance to Campbell Town SES $19
15-Aug-17 Campbell Town District High School Chaplaincy $1,500
15-Aug-17 Campbell Town District High School Inspiring Positive Futures Program $8,000
15-Aug-17 Cressy District High School Inspiring Positive Futures Program $8,000
TOTAL DONATIONS $17,519
10 ACTION ITEMS: COUNCIL MINUTES

Min. Expected Date
Date Details Action Required Officer Current Status
Ref. of Completion
20/03/2017 73/17 Confirmation of That Council note and investigate the Executive & Complete.
Minutes - Ross Local recommendation - The Ross Local District Communications
District Committee Committee request the Northern Midlands Council Officer

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Min. Expected Date
Ref. of Completion
accept the Heritage Street and Direction Signs for
Ross as proposed
20/02/2017 43/17 Campbell Town War That 2. a management committee, representative of Regulatory & Discussions held with
Memorial Oval Multi- the various user groups, be established Community other Council's re similar
Function Centre Services arrangements. In
Design Manager progress.
26/06/2017 199/17 CMCA Member Only 1) That the matter be deferred. 2) That Council Regulatory & Kentish Council
RV Park Proposal officers a) consult with Kentish Council in relation to Community consulted. Figures
Campbell Town the Railton Park; b) establish figures on self- Services requested. Confirmation
contained and CMCA visitor numbers to the 2 Manager of dump point use
caravan parks in the council area; c) ensure the use received. Awaiting
of the dump point remain available to all users; d) response from
refer the matter to the Government authority in Tasmanian Government.
relation to competitive neutrality; e) establish Future report to Council.
whether not-for-profit or commercial lease; and e)
report back to Council
17/07/2017 218/17 Confirmation Of The Campbell Town District Forum recommend Regulatory & To be investigated.
Minutes - Campbell Council approach the Department of State Growth Community
Town District Forum to consider implementing more adequate measures Services
to improve road safety in foggy conditions. Manager
17/07/2017 218/17 Confirmation Of The Campbell Town District Forum request Council Regulatory & To be investigated.
Minutes - Campbell to consider improving safety for pedestrians Community
Town District Forum crossing the highway from outside the Campbell Services
Town District High School to the War Memorial Oval Manager
precinct.
20/03/2017 86/17 Draft Animal That Council refer this matter to a workshop for Regulatory & To be discussed at
Management By-Law further discussion and that council send through Community Council Workshop.
suggested changes to the responsible Council Services
Officer. Manager
17/07/2017 224/17 Longford LINC That Council receive the report; and a) relay the Regulatory & Complete.
feedback regarding the increased use of the LINC Community
services to the Longford Local District Committee; Services
and b) write to the LINC Northern Manager Manager
commending LINC for the improvement to both the
Longford and Campbell Town LINC services.
15/05/2017 158/17 Northern Midlands That Council * Consider a 0.5 EFT Youth Regulatory & to be considered in
Council Youth Development Officer allocation in 2017/18 budget; Community conjunction with Perth,
Services * Maintains its existing youth services for the Services Evandale and Longford
2017/2018 financial year; * Allocate $1,000 toward Manager Primary School proposal.
completing a community survey on the provision of
Youth Services in the municipality and development
of a Youth Strategy; and * Hold a workshop to
consider - the survey results, Councils Youth
Strategy, consult with other Youth Development
Officers and resource sharing options.
17/07/2017 238/17 Policy Review: That Council adopts the amendments to Policy No. 6 Regulatory & Complete.
Assistance To Assistance to Community, Sporting and non-profit Community
Community, Sporting organisations. Services
& Non-Profit Groups Manager
Policy
17/07/2017 236/17 Policy Review: That Council resolves to adopt the Cemeteries Regulatory & Complete.
Cemeteries Policy Policy without amendment. Community
Services
Manager
17/07/2017 237/17 Policy Review: That Council adopts the amendments to Policy No. Regulatory & Complete.
Festivals, Events & 23 Assistance to Festivals, Events & Promotions. Community
Promotions Policy Services
Manager
17/07/2017 234/17 Policy Review: Policy That Council endorse the amendments to Policy No. Regulatory & Complete.
28 Donations Policy 28 Donations. Community
Services
Manager
20/02/2017 48/17 Policy Review: That Council: 1. endorse the following locations as Regulatory & Report to August Council 30/09/2017
Overnight Camping free overnight stay areas for self-contained vehicles: Community meeting. Complete.
Self Contained Bishopsbourne Recreation Ground, Cressy Services
Vehicles Policy Recreation Ground, Falls Park, Evandale, Wardlaw Manager
Park, Campbell Town - subject to the issuing of
appropriate permits for all areas, if not already in
place. 2. officers review the current Overnight
Camping Self Contained Vehicles Policy by
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Min. Expected Date
Ref. of Completion
referring to the Local Government Decision Making
Guide and commencing at step 3: discuss preferred
approach with existing private caravan park owners
in, or near, the municipality and other key
stakeholders.
20/02/2017 50/17 Proposed Purchase of Council approve the budget allocation for the Regulatory & Shared service
Drone shared program for the 2017 2018 budget to Community agreement being
cover training, licensing and operator certificate on Services finalised. Policy being
the basis of a joint sharing agreement, insurance Manager prepared. Training
and policy with the George Town Council. booked.
26/06/2017 201/17 Public Interest That Council note and endorse the Public Interest Regulatory & Complete.
Disclosures Act 2002: Disclosure Procedures as attached. Community
Procedures Services
Manager
17/07/2017 232/17 Tasmanian Youth Council support the 2017 Tasmanian Youth Local Regulatory & All schools contacted
Local Government Government by: a) Sponsoring two participants at a Community inviting participation.
cost of $90, plus $50 for transport, total $140 each Services Closes 25 August 2017.
to attend; b) Writing to students in the Northern Manager
Midlands Council seeking applications; c) Nominate
Cr Knowles, Cr Lambert and Cr Calvert to assess the
applications; and d) Choose a maximum of two
participants based on the following criteria: Must be
a resident of the Northern Midlands; Must be
available on 30 September and 1, 14 and 15 October
to attend the conferences; Must demonstrate a
passion to improve the Northern Midlands
community; or Have made a contribution to
improve the Northern Midlands community.
26/06/2017 188/17 Accelerated Local That a further report be presented to the July General Manager Matter in progress.
Government Capital Council meeting detailing costs associated with the
Program (ALGCP) installation of solar systems in Council facilities.
26/06/2017 202/17 Conara Park Master That Council i) does not progress the development General Manager Investigation initiated.
Plan of a master plan for the Conara Park site; and ii)
formally approaches the Department of State
Growth to fund the relocation of the playground to
an alternate identified site within the township.
26/06/2017 177/17 Confirmation Of That Council note the request and refer to the General Manager Considered as part of
Minutes - Longford Longford Urban Design Strategy, May 2017 for all Urban Design Strategy.
Local District future streetscape development in Longford. That Complete.
Committee the Pitt and Sherry report of 2012 be updated
annually by the original authors and used as the
base for strategy planning.
8/12/2014 329/14 Economic That Council facilitate meetings with the local General Manager To be progressed as an
Development businesses in each of the towns to explore business element of the
opportunities and other matters of interest. development of the
Economic Development
Strategy.
26/06/2017 187/17 Longford Railway That i) the matter be deferred until the budget is General Manager Correspondence sent.
Bridge Illawarra set; and ii) Council write to the Minister of Transport Further report to be
Road advising of the 150 year anniversary of the bridge in presented once advice is
2021 and enquire whether there are any plans to received from Minister
recognise that milestone. iii) Council contact light for Transport. Evandale
rail in both Evandale and Launceston and advise 150 Light Rail has advised
year anniversary of the bridge in 2021 and enquire that they would like to
as to whether they would be interested in being participate. Report to be
involved in the recognition of the milestone. prepared.
20/03/2017 79/17 Longford Strategic That Council 2. discuss at a workshop, possible General Manager No further action.
Plan upgrades to its current strategic vision document on Complete.
Longford to include the main recommendations as
stated herein and made in the Longford Strategic
Plan report.
26/06/2017 196/17 Perth Link Road: That Council not support a request to StateRoads to General Manager StateRoads advised.
Illawarra Road Access include an additional single access into West Perth
from Illawarra Road.
17/07/2017 226/17 Priority Projects That Council endorse the following identified five (5) General Manager Priority Projects briefing
Priority Projects: Woolmers Bridge Renewal Project, document in progress.
Perth Structure Plan, Campbell Town Main Street
Urban Design & Traffic Management Strategy,
TRANSlink (consolidated projects), Evandale Road

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Min. Expected Date
Ref. of Completion
Upgrade Project (from Breadalbane via Leighlands
Road to Midland Highway).
18/04/2016 106/16 Proposed Natural Gas That a fee offer be sought for the preparation of a General Manager Project included in the
Main Extension to business case to support the natural gas main Priority Projects briefing
Translink Industrial extension to TRANSlink Industrial Precinct and document.
Precinct reported to Council.
17/07/2017 227/17 Request From That Council investigate the existing facilities and General Manager Preparation of project
Longford Local utilisation of buildings within Longford, taking into brief in progress.
District Committee: account the suggestions from the Longford Local
Longford Community District Committee.
Centre Proposal
20/02/2017 37/17 Tasmanian Electoral That Council i) formally respond to the Initial General Manager Letter sent.
Boundaries Changes Redistribution Proposal; and ii) invite The Hon.
Greg Hall MLC and The Hon. Tania Rattray MLC to
the next Council workshop to make a presentation.
17/07/2017 223/17 Local Government for the meeting to be held on Wednesday, 26 July Mayor Attended meeting.
Association Of 2017 A. note/receive the reports listed in the
Tasmania (LGAT): LGAT Agenda. B. vote on items listed in the LGAT
Motions For The Agenda. C. note/receive items listed in the LGAT
Annual General AGM Agenda. D. vote on items listed in the LGAT
Meeting & General AGM Agenda
Meeting 26 July
2017
17/07/2017 222/17 Support To Change That an amendment be made to the motion that is Mayor Matter considered at
The Date Of put to the Local Government Association of LGAT Conference and not
Recognition Of Tasmania (LGAT), as follows: That the Local supported.
Australia Day Government Association of Tasmania be requested
to lobby Tasmanias 29 councils to consider efforts
they could take to lobby the Federal Government to
initiate discussion in relation to the date of
recognition of Australia Day.
15/05/2017 144/17 Confirmation of That Council note and investigate the following Engineering Report to September
Minutes - recommendation/s of the Ross Local District Officer Council meeting.
Recommendations - Committee: The Ross Local District Committee
Ross Local District request the Northern Midlands Council to consider
Committee fortnightly collection of green waste bins in
2017/2018 budget. And That Councils
investigations include introduction of the service to
the whole community and that Ross be considered
as a possible trial site.
26/06/2017 177/17 Confirmation Of That Council note and investigate the following Works Manager Recommendation to 30/08/2017
Minutes - Perth Local recommendation/s of the Perth Local District August Council meeting.
District Committee Committee: That the Perth Local District Committee
encourage Council to prioritise (before summer) the
clearing of the willows at the frontage of the new
gazebo structure at William Street Reserve and the
removal of debris from the swimming hole.
15/05/2017 150/17 Campbell Town That Council accept in principle the Campbell Town Project Officer Community forum
Urban Design and Urban Design and Traffic Management Strategy and scheduled for
Traffic Management release the Strategy for public comment once the 13/09/2017.
Strategy required editing changes have been made.
19/09/2016 244/16 Confirmation of That Council note and investigate the following Project Officer 1. Representative to be
Minutes - Northern recommendation/s of the Northern Midlands invited to future Council
Midlands Economic Economic Development Committee: 1. That a Tas Workshop. 2. Noted
Development Motor Sports representative be invited to present at that this issue may be
Committee a forthcoming Council Workshop and our committee addressed by a LGAT/
members be invited to join the workshop for this DPIPWE taskforce - to be
presentation. 2. That Council prepare an monitored.
information sheet that provides rural businesses
wanting to provide accommodation for itinerant
workers with an understanding of the planning
requirements/ regulations involved. ...
15/05/2017 149/17 Councils Social That Council adopt the Northern Midlands Social Project Officer Community education
Recovery Plan Recovery Plan and undertake a community campaign to be planned.
education campaign to get the message about the
Plan and its operation out widely across the
Northern Midlands.
20/03/2017 83/17 Longford Village That Council: i) authorise the immediate purchase of Project Officer Play units ordered,
Green Infrastructure the Swirl and Carousel play units for stage two of application lodged
Upgrade the Longford playground development at a total 29/3/17. Outcome
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Min. Expected Date
Ref. of Completion
cost of $69,445; ii) apply to the State Government awaited. Request lodged
Community Infrastructure Fund for $106,530.50 re anticipated
towards the cost of the Longford Village Green announcement date.
Upgrade Project.
15/05/2017 153/17 Longford Village That Council, with regards to Stage Three of the Project Officer Swing options being
Greens Playground Longford Village Green playground: i) Approves the investigated.
Redevelopment: replacement of the liberty swing with one of the
Stage Three alternative swing sets (with Model B being the
preferred option if Australian Standards can be
met); and ii) Approves an application being made to
the Tasmanian Community Fund for cash assistance
with the implementation of Stage Three of the
playground development. iii) Assist Mrs Bell to seek
additional funding, possibly through the disability
sector, toward the cost of the disability swing.
20/02/2017 51/17 Proposed Longford That Council endorse an application to the State Project Officer Play units ordered,
Village Green Government Community Infrastructure Fund for application lodged
Infrastructure $106,530.50 for the Longford Village Green Upgrade 29/3/17. Outcome
Upgrade Project, and allocate $106,530.50 in the 2017/2018 awaited. Request lodged
Council Budget to the Village Green Upgrade re anticipated
Project. announcement date.
26/06/2017 188/17 Accelerated Local That Council make application under the State Corporate Approved.
Government Capital Government Accelerated Local Government Capital Services
Program (ALGCP) Program (ALGCP) for up front loan funding of an Manager
additional $550,000 to complete Stage 1; of the
Redevelopment of the Longford Recreation Ground
Building Project.
26/06/2017 177/17 Confirmation Of That Council note and investigate the following Corporate Awaiting availability of
Minutes - Perth Local recommendation/s of the Perth Local District Services funds from Department.
District Committee Committee: That the Perth Local District Committee Manager
wishes to ensure that Wifi access is available to
Perth, if not through the State Government process,
then through the Council process.
15/05/2017 144/17 Confirmation of That Council note and investigate the following Corporate To be investigated.
Minutes - recommendation/s of the Ross Local District Services
Recommendations - Committee: The Ross Local District Committee Manager /
Ross Local District request the Northern Midlands Council to consider Engineering
Committee fortnightly collection of green waste bins in Officer
2017/2018 budget. And That Councils
investigations include introduction of the service to
the whole community and that Ross be considered
as a possible trial site.
20/02/2017 45/17 Mill Dam Reserve, That Council ii) Engage with JBS Swift and the Parks NRM Officer Actions on hold pending
Longford and Wildlife Service to collaborate with the review of flood prone
undertaking of a plan of the Mill Dam which takes areas.
into consideration that the area is flood prone and
local knowledge
20/02/2017 45/17 Mill Dam Reserve, That Council iii) Engage a consultant to review NRM Officer
Longford Councils strategy; to assist with the consolidation of
Councils position on all Council Public River Reserve
lands on-going management and function into the
future.
10/04/2017 126/17 Draft Placement of That the matter be deferred in order to seek Senior Planner Report to Council
Shipping Containers clarification on the following: - Clarification in meeting. Complete.
Bylaw relation to when a property is sold, whether the
purchaser would be required to apply for a permit
on any existing container on the property; -
Clarification of the meaning of wholly contained
within a building
20/02/2017 58/17 Land Use and That council endorse the brief and call for tenders in Senior Planner Tenderers presented to
Development Brief accordance with Councils Code of Tendering and officers.
Procurement.
10/04/2017 120/17 Perth Structure Plan That Council endorse the Perth Structure Plan and Senior Planner Meetings held with
draft amendments to the planning scheme be TasWater and
prepared. landowners.
20/03/2017 93/17 Truck Parking That suitable sites for truck parking be determined Senior Planner Discussed at July
Council Land by Council officers and the matter be discussed at a workshop. Options to be
Council Workshop. considered.

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Min. Expected Date
Ref. of Completion
17/07/2017 235/17 Policy Review: That Council resolves to adopt the Business Credit People & Culture Complete.
Business Credit Card Card Policy as amended. Business Partner
Policy
LONG TERM ACTIONS

Min. Expected Date
Ref. of Completion
21/09/2015 249/15 Tom Roberts: That Council: i) endorse the proposal for Tom Roberts Regulatory & Seeking approval of
Proposed interpretation at Longford and/or Christ Church Community design from descendants.
Interpretation and Illawarra, and ii) enter into negotiations with Christ Services Submitted for inclusion in
Grave Upkeep Church with regard to the upkeep of Tom Roberts Manager 2017/18 budget.
grave.
18/05/2015 125/15 Glenorchy City That Council defer any action on this request from General Manager Benchmarking project to
Council Re: Council Glenorchy City Council awaiting the outcome of be completed. Project
Reform current benchmarking project with neighbouring expected to be finalised
councils. by June 2017.
16/03/2015 63/15 Longford Horse Approves expenditure of a maximum of $2,000 from General Manager Project brief being
Association the Economic Development Committee budget to prepared.
fund a consultant to review the proposed Longford
Horse Trail to identify opportunities and restraints;
and report back to Council.
20/04/2015 105/15 Northern Midlands That Council authorises officers to investigate the cost General Manager Cressy and Ross -
Towns Entrance to design and implement entrance statements for: a) complete. Avoca DA on
Statements Avoca; b) Campbell Town; c) Cressy; d) Evandale; e) exhibition.
Longford; f) Perth; g) Ross; and list within the draft
2015/2016 budget for consideration
23/01/2017 09/17 Street Trees That Council ... ii) undertake a survey and provide Works Manager In progress.
Programme report on the existing services and available space to
plant trees in accordance with the tree planting
strategy (as listed in this report) for the main streets of
Northern Midlands townships; and iii) engage a
landscape architect or suitably qualified person to
develop a Stage 1 Main Street Tree Program for the
municipality.
Matters that are grey shaded have been finalised and will be deleted from these schedules
11 KEY ISSUES BEING CONSIDERED: MANAGERS REPORTS

1. GOVERNANCE
a. Governance Meetings/Conferences
Council meetings:
Ordinary meeting 17 July
Council Workshop:
3 July
Executive Management Team:
5 July; and
19 July
Staff Meeting
11 July
25 July
Community meetings:
Nil
Committee Meetings
6 2017/18 Meetings Attended - year to date
No. of meetings attended
5
4
3
2
1
0
Avoca, Campbell Cressy Evandale Longford Perth Ross Devon Hills Other
Royal Town
George,
Rossarden

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Other Meetings:
Met with Simonne Allwright, Tennis Australia re Tennis Club and Campbell Town Multipurpose
Complex
Attended meeting re stormwater matters, Evandale
Met with principal Perth Primary School
Attended tenderer presentations re Land Use Strategy
Met with General Managers of Meander Valley Council and West Tamar Council
Met with representatives of Longford Recreation Ground Committee
Met with Perth resident re Perth Structure Plan
Met with Perth resident re Midland Highway
Met with TasWater re small towns water projects Conara, Epping Forest and Rossarden
Met with representative from Longford Mens Shed re concerns and future direction
Met with officers from Department of State Growth re Perth Landscaping
Attended Citizenship Ceremony
Attended meeting with the President and CEO of Royal Flying Doctor Service
Attended TEER Committee meeting
Met with NTDC re TRANSlink
Met with NTDC and Coordinator General
Attended NTDC meeting
Met energy provider re solar energy options
Met with AFL representative re recreation facility improvements
Met with ratepayer re TRANSlink development
Attended LGAT AGM and Conference in Hobart
b. General Business:
Health & Safety and Risk Management Review
NBN Rollout
Sub Regional Alliance
Legal issues, leases and agreement reviews
Interim Planning Scheme matters
Road Construction
Engineering Services
Drainage issues & TRANSlink stormwater
Road and Traffic matters
Resource Sharing
Animal Control matters
Buildings
Tourism
NRM North
Recruitment, staff separations/terminations/redundancies
General human resource matters and management of the same
Performance management and disciplinary matters as required
Annual performance appraisal process
Employee learning and development
Development and implementation of Human Resources Policies and Procedures
Management Agreements and Committee Administration
Office improvements
Media releases and news items
Grant application administration and support letters
Local District Committee project support
Event management
Emergency Management
Strategic Plan
Local Government Reform
Newsletters
General correspondence.

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c. NRM
Continuation of delivery of NRM Facilitator Network Partnership with NRM North.
On-going facilitation of Mill Dam Action Group and partnership relationships.
Working with Southern Midlands Council regarding flooding concerns at Blackman River
Customer Requests response, including but not limited to: Local District Committees, Grant application
support requests, weed complaint support requests.
Community Engagement with supervised exhibition at Longford
On-going participation support with local Landcare groups as requested and where required Perth/
Evandale, Nile, Rossarden.
On-going collaboration with Department of Primary Industries Parks Water and Environment, with
particular focus on Bio-security regarding reported weed infestations.
Participation with Development application assessment process (via referrals) as part of the Planning and
Development team.
Participation with Perth WSUD project delivery
Continuation of relationship with TAS TAFE Horticulture Certificate II & III.
Council representative to Tamar Estuary and Esk River (TEER) Scientific Technical Committee (STC).
Continuation of property management planning support with Northern Midlands landholders and on-
ground works applications, execution and reporting.
2. REGULATORY & COMMUNITY SERVICES
a. Animal Control/Compliance
Respond and investigate complaints in respect to dog management, including issuing notices and fines,
declaration of dangerous dogs, and attendance of Court hearings in respect to disputed dog matters
Conduct routine dog patrols within the municipality
Review and renew kennel licences within the municipality
Conduct dog microchipping service
Progressing municipal wide dog registration audit
Respond and investigate complaints in respect to fire abatement, including inspections, issuing reminders
and notices, engaging contractors to complete works, where required
Undertake scheduled inspections and inspections arising from complaints regarding overhanging trees,
issuing reminders and notices and engaging contractors to complete works, where required
Conduct inspections of Councils free overnight camping facilities
Undertaking review of Councils Overnight Camping Policy
b. Community Services
Tourism
Heritage Highway Tourism Region Association
o Marketing activities, itineraries, newsletter and social media campaigns
o Updating event directory
Providing support and information for all Northern Midlands Visitor Centres and provision of
information to Regional Tourism organisations and tourism operators
Northern Midlands Business Association
Coordinating Northern Midlands Visitor & Information Centre
Media and communications
Preparation of monthly double page spread Council pages in Northern Midlands Courier
Preparation of weekly Council advert in Your Region, Examiner
Preparation of articles for the LGAT newsletter and Local Government Focus Magazine
Preparation of media releases, speeches and communications for website, newsletters and
Facebook page
Events
Liaising with various organisations and community groups regarding holding events within the
Northern Midlands
Advertising events through Councils web and social media publications
Commenced organisation of the 2017 Emirates Melbourne Cup Tour
War Memorials
Refurbishment of BL 15lb Mark I No. 788 Field Gun, Ross (in progress)
Development of information brochures to commemorate Sergeant Lewis McGee VC (in proof

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stage)
Council Volunteer committees
Attendance at Local District Committee meetings and provide secretarial support
Liaising with Councils Management Committees
Maintaining Councils Volunteer Register
Requesting bi-monthly risk checklists be completed by facility committees of management
Liaising with booking officers regarding booking of Council facilities
Citizenship ceremonies
Emergency Management
Health & wellbeing
Participating in the quarterly Northern Midlands Health Service Providers Forums, including
participation on working group for Health Services Expo Site at Longford Show
Member of the Northern Region Sport and Recreation Committee
Progressing Councils End Mens Violence Against Women Campaign
Special projects & funding
Submitted applications to Building Better Regions Funding Stream for Ross Village Green
development and TRANSLink Stormwater upgrade
Submitted funding application for Longford Village Green Playground and BBQ facility upgrade
Working with consultants to progress various master plans and community developments
Submitted funding application for Woolmers Lane Bridge renewal
c. Environmental Health
Monitoring air, noise and water quality as required
Advising in respect to development applications, as required
Investigating reported breaches of environmental health matters
Issuing food licences and conducting inspections
Responding to general enquiries from the public on health matters
Issuing Place of Assembly licences for events, as required
Engaged local medical practice to undertake school immunisations in 2017
Investigating environmental incidents, as required
Investigating notifiable diseases, as required
d. Regulatory
Review and update of Councils Policy Manual
Delegations register review
Compliance monitoring
Public Interest Disclosures Act Procedures
3. CORPORATE SERVICES
a. Customer Service
Member of the National Local Government Customer Service Network.
Service Tasmania contract for customer services in Campbell Town.
Policy reviews and feedback review.
b. Finance
Rates and dog licence issue & collection, valuation maintenance and adjustments, supplementary
valuations, street numbering, electronic receipting & direct debit systems, interest and penalty.
Pension rebates claims and maintenance, classification for two rebate maximums, verification of data.
Sundry Debtors, and aging account review.
Creditor payments and enquiries. ABN administration. Electronic Ordering and committals.
Payroll, ETP calculations, payroll tax, child support, maternity leave, PAYG & annual summaries,
superannuation, salary sacrifice, Workplace Legislation changes, EB provisions, salary reviews, staff training,
leave accrual adjustments, leave loading calculations, Councillor allowances and expenses, Workers
Compensation claims and payments, Award adjustments, sundry HR and policy issues.
Appoint new Debt Collection Service. Review Debt Collection services, and issue Debt summons/warrants.
Budget adjustments, End of Year Financials, KPI return, Asset Management, Fleet Hire, Long Term Financial
Planning, Audit and Annual Report. Related Party Disclosure procedure introduced.
Grants Commission information, sundry grant reporting and auditing. Committee financial management

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support and auditing.
Stimulus loan funding applications, administration and repayment procedures.
Property ownership, licences and leases, property committee, aged care unit tenancy, unclaimed monies
register, Public Land Register, and sports centre management support.
Records Management, archives, scanning and disposal process, new residents information, council
information policies and procedures.
Banking & Investments, borrowings administration. Direct Debit, Ezidebit, BPay Billing etc. and setup
alterations.
Rate System issues, 2017/18 Rating and Budget issues, General Finance, ABS Data Collection, and Grant
Funding issues, Tax issues including GST, PAYG, FBT, Fuel & Land Tax, ATO Creditor information and Northern
Finance committee.
Cemetery management, onsite map display and website databases.
Roads to Recovery work schedules, mapping, quarterly and annual reports.
Childcare financial reporting, audit, budgets & fee schedule reconciliations. Service support and account
issues. Additional Perth School After School Care service reference group. Setup Cressy School After School
Care service. Review lowering of school age implications on service. Review replacement of BBF funding in
2018/19.
General accounting, customer service, feedback survey, correspondence and reports.
Audit & Audit committee procedures, processes and support.
Waste Transfer Station Management issues, kerbside waste collection contract issues and special clean-up
service.
General Office support and attendance of meetings, reports, emails & phone enquiries.
Tooms Lake & Lake Leake ownership transfers, caretaker support, licence fee review issues, and contract
issues.
Street lighting contract & aurora pole reporting and maintenance.
Community events and Special Projects support/funding.
Light Fleet Management.
LG Benchmarking Project.
Master plan assistance where required.
c. Risk Management
Risk Management register review.
Safety management and reporting
Drug & alcohol testing administration
Contractor and volunteer management/induction/audits
SDS Register and database
Plant risk assessments
Swimming pool risk management
Recreation ground risk audit
Emergency Management meetings, EM Plan reviews, Emergency Risk Register, Strategic Fire Plan meetings,
Emergency desktop exercise planning and general administration issues.
d. Insurance
Insurance renewals and policy maintenance.
Risk Register review and audits.
e. Information Technology
Server and desktop maintenance.
New computer setup and minor upgrades of other IT equipment.
Open Office Software upgrades and enhancement requests.
GIS maintenance and training.
Disaster Recovery & IT backup maintenance.
New and old Council Websites, and Town / Local District Committee website maintenance and upgrades.
Infonet system maintenance.
ApproveTas maintenance and training/setup of new Open Office Town Planning replacement
implementation.
Cemetery database maintenance.
Office telephone system maintenance & mobile phone plan review.
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Sundry database creation and maintenance.
Mobile device applications implementation, and remote access logins.
Building security systems maintenance.
Microsoft software maintenance.
Maintain photocopiers and printers.
Advanced IT security implementation and training.
WiFi network and hotspots.
Fleet tracking.
ECM maintenance & training.
Delegations software implementation.
4. DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
a. Policy
Ongoing review of policies.
Ongoing review of work programs and standard operating procedures.
Regular planning and building assessment unit meetings.
Participation in the Economic Development Committee.
Pursue development of tyre recycling facility.
Participation in Launceston Gateway Project Demand Analysis.
Pursue preparation of Land Use and Development Strategy.
Perth Structure Plan.
By-Law preparation.
b. Building.
Follow up of illegal building works continues for urgent matters only, until the new Building & Compliance
Officer commences
Plumbing and building inspections and assessments continue, however these have started to slow down
and figures confirm a reduction in these
Update of workflows and procedures to ensure compliance with new legislation continues as time permits
Building & Compliance Officer position filled commencement date 23 August 2017
Multi-skilling of the 2 x Administration Officers continues to ensure that these two employees can work
across both the building and planning items, which will enable coverage for periods of leave as needed
Staff are attending computer training specific to their needs over the next few months as part of the skills
funding program
c. Planning
Participation in the Launceston Gateway Precinct Master Plan project working group.
Participation in Regional Planning Scheme issues.
Attendance at State Planning Provisions hearings.
Consideration of Planning Directives.
Consideration of proposed planning legislative amendments.
Ongoing review of procedures.
Management of Perth Structure Plan project.
NMC Land Use Strategy.
Response to enquiries and development opportunities.
Amendments to interim scheme.
Assessment of development proposals.
Liaison with appellants and RMPAT regarding Planning Appeals.
The position of Planning & Compliance Officer was made redundant on 8 June 2017
d. Compliance
Permit conditions Structured review of compliance with planning permit conditions ongoing.
Building audit ongoing.
Service of Building and Planning Notices.
Prosecution for illegal buildings and works ongoing as required.
Signage.

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5. WORKS & INFRASTRUCTURE
a. Asset Management
New asset information collection and verifications ongoing.
Programmed inspections of flood levee and associated infrastructure ongoing.
b. Traffic Management
Liaising with Department of State Growth to resolve traffic issues within municipality.
Traffic counts on roads throughout the municipality ongoing.
c. Development Work
4 Lot Pegasus subdivision Ross at practical completion.
Stage 2 of Holliejett subdivision (3 lots) in Edward Street, Perth has reached practical completion.
4 Lot Unathi subdivision at practical completion.
7 lot Dixon subdivision, Pultney Street, Longford at practical completion
Stage one of 21 lot Shervan subdivision in Seccombe Street subdivision at practical completion
3 Lot Shervan subdivision in Mulgrave Street at Practical completion
d. Waste Management
Input into Regional Waste Management discussions ongoing.
Regular safety audits of all sites ongoing.
e. Tenders and Contracts
Tenders for Bridge 1300, Rossarden Road and Bridge 3725 McShanes Road have been awarded, work on
site to start in August, weather permitting.
f. Flood levee
Programmed monthly/ bi-monthly inspections of flood levee carried out by Works and Infrastructure staff.
Comprehensive 5 yearly inspection by qualified Dam Engineer in currently progress, as required by State
Government permit.
g. Engineering
Input into Northern Regional Infrastructure group ongoing.
Hydraulic modelling of stormwater system in Western Junction Industrial Area ongoing.
Development of stormwater plans for all towns as required by the Urban Drainage Act 2013 ongoing.
Input into heavy vehicles and bridge working group with Department of State Growth and other Councils
ongoing.
h. Capital works
N/A
12 RESOURCE SHARING SUMMARY FROM 01 JULY 2016

Prepared by: Martin Maddox, Accountant/Executive Officer
Resource sharing summary for the period 1 July 2016 to 30 June 2017 was circulated in the Attachments.
13 VANDALISM
Prepared by: Jonathan Galbraith; Engineering Officer
Estimated Cost of Damages
Incident Location
July 2017 July 2017 July 2016
Security camera stolen at entrance to Evandale Evandale $ 1,000
Toilets Tooms Lake $ 20,000
TOTAL COST VANDALISM $ 21,000 $ 21,000 $ 800
14 YOUTH PROGRAM UPDATE: JULY 2017

Prepared by: Lorraine Green, Project Officer
Council contracts Longford and Launceston PCYCs to provide youth programs in Evandale, Perth and Longford.

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Sessions are held at Longford on Friday evenings. For the month of July there were 14 attendees across two sessions
(no sessions were held during the school holiday period).
The attendances at Perth were again consistent, with 37 participants across four sessions. The program is attracting a
younger age group and activities are focusing on building good personal and team resilience.
Perth 6th = 11, 13th = 8, 20th = 6, 27th = 12 TOTAL 37
The Evandale program had two sessions in July, with 42 participants across the two sessions. An increasing number of
parents are attending and supporting the programs.
Evandale 6th = 11 and 28th = 31 TOTAL = 42
Council also contracts National Joblink (NJL) to provide youth mentoring programs at Cressy and Campbell Town District
High Schools, during school terms (five hours per fortnight per school). The programs provided to each school are
tailored to the needs of the school.
In Term 2 at Campbell Town District High School NJL focussed on the following areas:
Pathway planning with senior students including resume writing and interview skills
Winter sports activities;
Learner licence testing.
In Term 2 at Cressy District High School NJL focused on the following areas:
Working in the Grade 7 & 8 classrooms including one on one sessions with students;
Assisting with Learner licence testing.
15 STRATEGIC PLANS UPDATE

Prepared by: Lorraine Green, Project Officer
STRATEGIC PLANS SPREADSHEET
CURRENT AS OF 10 AUGUST 2017
Strategic Plans Start Completion
Current Status
By Location & Consultant Date Date
(contract (report
signed) accepted by
Council)
Blessington
Feasibility Study: Investment in Ben Jun-15 Nov-15 a) Ongoing collaboration with Parks and Wildlife Services and other
Lomond Skifield Northern Tasmania key stakeholders to progress implementation of report
(TRC Tourism) recommendations
b) Potential private investor showing interest
Campbell Town
War Memorial Oval Precinct
a) Development Plan (Jeff Apr-14 Dec-14 Council requested assessment of the viability of the Multi-Function
McClintock) Centre
b) Financial & Economic Analysis Jun-15 Dec-15 Appendix to the report requested: resultant 'Indicative Financial
Report (Strategy 42 South) Analysis of Multi-Function Centre' discussed at Feb 2016 Council
Workshop
National Stronger Regions Fund application lodged Mar 2016
seeking $750,000 towards Multi-Function Centre
Election commitment by Liberal Govt to fund Multi-Function
Centre $750,000. Advice received Sept 16 that election
commitment would be funded through the Community
Development Programme. Advised 9 Jan 2017 that Federal
Minister has signed the release of the funds. Draft funding
agreement reviewed and returned 18 Jan 2017.
Oct 16: Council engaged Philip Lighton Architects to undertake
the detailed design work for the precinct: draft concepts received
Dec 2016. Reviewed by Stakeholder Group and presented at
February Council workshop. On agenda for Feb 2017 Council
Meeting.

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Current Status
Oct 2016: request to Guy Barnett MP for advice re opportunities
to access state govt funding
Oct 2016: application lodged with Sport and Recreation Tas for
$80,000 towards oval improvements: outcome unsuccessful
17 Jan 2017: Council advised state govt has approved $1,000,000
for the Multi-Function centre through the Northern Economic
Stimulus Package
Nov 2016: Council contracted JMG to design and document the
new oval lighting. 17 Jan 2017: Northern Economic Stimulus
package funding secured to upgrade oval lighting
Dec 2016: Request to Philp Lighton Architects for a layout plan &
concept sketches for improvements around the cenotaph & a
display area in entrance to the Multi-Function Centre. Plans
received Jan 2017 and state budget submission made for
$158,000 to fund the cenotaph precinct upgrade
Feb 2017 Council resolved to proceed with the regional size
facility. Draft plans received March 2017 and has been signed off
by GM
Development Application P17-126 received on 8 May 2017.
June 2017 notified that detailed design work is 91% completed.
Public consultation advertised.
Building permit anticipated mid-September.
CBD Urban Design and Traffic May-16 GHD presented to Council 28 Nov 2016 Workshop on outcome of
Management Strategy community consultation: discussed changes required to draft
strategy: draft master plan due 6 April 2017
Feb 2017: State Government budget submission made for
matching funding for the implementation of the Main Street
component of the urban design strategy
Strategy adopted for consultation purposes at May 2017
meeting.
Public consultation session scheduled for 13 September 2017.
Cressy
Swimming Pool Master Plan Dec 15? Draft Master Plan received May 2016: structural assessment
(Loop Architecture) approved Aug 2016
Final plan received June 2017.
Recreational Ground Master Plan Quotes for development of the Master Plan received from Lange
(Lange Design) Design and JMG. On Council Feb 2017 Meeting agenda - closed
council
17 Jan 2017: confirmation that the state govt has approved
$220,000 for the ground upgrade through the Northern Economic
Stimulus Package
Feb 2017: Lange Design and Loop Architecture contracted to
develop the master plan. Anticipated completion date mid
August 2017.
Community survey complete.
Evandale
Honeysuckle Banks
a) Master Plan (Jeff McClintock) Oct-15 Draft master plan released for community consultation Jan 16:
discussed at council workshop & need for the plan to be
reviewed in light of frequent flooding of the reserve.
b) Review of Master Plan (Lange Oct-16 Draft plan received: presented at Feb 2017 Council Workshop:
Design) Lange Design requested to revise the plan. Revised plan received
9 March 2017.
At May 2017 Council meeting, Council
i) accepted in principle the Honeysuckle Banks Plan;

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Current Status
ii) consider funding the minor works components of the plan in
future Council budgets, and
iii) request Council Officers to seek to secure external grants to
assist with the implementation of the full plan.
Morven Park Master Plan Nov-16 Work underway
(Lange Design) 17 Jan 2017: Northern Economic Stimulus Package funding
secured for the oval lighting upgrade
March 2017 assisted with application for solar panels on
clubrooms
Anticipated completion date for the master plan: mid August
2017
Longford
Community Sports Centre Master Feb-15 Jun-15 June 2016: application requesting $504,722 GST excl. lodged
Plan with State Government Regional Revival Program including a
business plan. Advised Sept 2016 application was unsuccessful
17 Jan 2017: Council advised State Govt has approved $1,000,000
for the centre upgrade through the Northern Economic Stimulus
Package
Visitor Appeal Study Jan-15 Jun-15 Recommendations implemented include the establishment of a
(Bill Fox and Associates) local business & tourism group, development of a destination
playground, upgrading of lighting & displays at Visitor
Information Centre at JJs, and development of a Place Activation
Plan
Place Activation Plan Sep-15 Jan-16 Recommendations implemented include establishment of an
(Village Well) Activation Team to lead the change, and employment of a Project
(Accompanying Traffic Issues report Champion 1 day/week Feb-Sept 2016 to assist the Activation
by MRCagney) Team with development of Longford brand logo, Longford tourist
tear-off map and street beautification
CBD Urban Design Strategy May-16 Site Investigation Report completed October 2016.
Community Information Gathering Workshop held 7 December
2016. Draft Urban Design Strategy being prepared.
(Lange Design and Loop Parklet design & plans approved June 2017.
Architecture) Draft Urban Design Strategy adopted May, for further
consultation.
Draft urban design guidelines developed.
Community consultation session 6 September 2017.
Recreation Ground Master Plan Dec-15 Nov-16 External funding sources being pursued.
(Lange Design) 17 Jan 2017: Council advised State Govt has approved $550,000
for the Ground Amenities Upgrade through the Northern
Economic Stimulus Package. Tenders close 15 March 2017
Nov 16: Council contracted JMG to design and document new
oval lighting. 17 Jan 2017 Northern Economic Stimulus Package
funding secured to fund the oval lighting upgrade
Draft Master Plan submitted Nov 2016; discussed at Council's 6
Feb 2017 Workshop.
Draft master Plan submitted to August 2017 Council meeting.
Council resolved at June 2017 Council meeting to make
application under the SGALGCP for upfront loan funding of an
additional $550,000 to complete Stage 1 of the Recreation
Ground redevelopment.
Application being prepared to SRT for $80,000 towards the
redevelopment
Village Green Jan 2017: costings & plans being developed for Village Green
Upgrade including new BBQ shelter, picnic furniture & stage 2 of
play space.
March 2017 Council submitted an application to the state govt
Community Infrastructure Fund for 50% of the cost of stage 2 of
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Current Status
the playground and to be allocated $106,530.50) in the 2107/18
budget
Report on stage three of the playground development going to
May 2017 Council Meeting.
At May 2017 Council meeting, Council resolved, with regards to
Stage Three of the Longford Village Green playground:
i) Approves the replacement of the liberty swing with one of the
alternative swing sets (with Model B being the preferred option if
Australian Standards can be met); and
ii) Approves an application being made to the Tasmanian
Community Fund for cash assistance with the implementation of
Stage Three of the playground development.
iii) Assist Mrs Bell to seek additional funding, possibly through
the disability sector, toward the cost of the disability swing.
Woolmers Bridge Jan 2017: Lange Design contracted to develop landscape concept
plan and landscape construction documents
Application submitted for the Bridge Renewal Program. Outcome
anticipated late October 2017.
12 tonne load limit placed on structure on 6 June.
Perth
Recreation Ground Master Plan Jul-15 Oct-16 External funding sources being pursued
(Lange Design) 17 Jan 2017: Northern Economic Stimulus Package funding
secured for the oval lighting upgrade
Community Centre Development Oct-15 Briefing notes from key stakeholder sessions received 25 Feb
Plan, 2016
(Loop Architecture) Draft concept plans submitted to Council
addressing collective & shared Draft concepts to be directed to workshop in September 2017.
functions with adjacent Primary
School & Recreation Ground
Town Structure Plan Community feedback on draft plan closed 18 November 2016.
(GHD) Two design strategy options submitted.
Perth Structure Plan adopted by Council on 10 April 2017.
Session for Perth business owners/managers held 15 August
2017.
Sheepwash Creek Open Space Plan Contract with NRM North signed December 2016 to access funds
(Lange Design, GHD Woodhead) through National Landcare Program Investment in Tamar River
Recovery Plan
Dec 2016: West Perth Flood Mitigation Working Group
established
Draft concept plans received from GHD Woodhead
Lange Design requested to prepare Water Sensitive Urban Design
(WSUD) for the open space on eastern side of subdivision.
On-site works commenced.
Ross
Swimming Pool Master Plan Dec 15 Draft Master Plan received May 2016: structural assessment
(Loop Architecture) approved August 2016
Final plan received June 2017
Final report to be presented to workshop September 2017.
Village Green Master Plan Jun-16 Dec-16 Council accepted Master Plan in principle at 12 December 2016
(Lange Design, Loop Architecture) Council Meeting.
13 Jan 2017: cost estimate for design and documentation, tender
process and project management received from JMG
17 Jan 2017: Council advised State Govt has approved $300,000
for the implementation of the Master Plan through the Northern
Economic Stimulus package
Feb 2017: Application lodged with the Building Better Regions

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Current Status
Fund for $237,660 to enable the master plan to be implemented
in its entirety. Application unsuccessful.
Feb 2017: Lange Design and Loop Architecture contracted to
manage the implementation of the master plan
Concept design presented to Council workshop on 8 May.
Western Junction
Launceston Gateway Precinct Oct-15 May-16 Council approved the preparation of a brief for the precinct
Master Plan master plan at the Sept 2016 Council Meeting
Freight Demand Analysis Report
(SGS) Master Plan
Translink Stormwater Upgrade Applications lodged with National Stronger Regions Fund 2015 &
Project 2016: unsuccessful
Application submitted Feb 2017 to the Building Better Regions
Fund for $2,741,402 (total project cost is $5,482,805: council's
contribution is $1,525,623 and the Woolstons $1,215,780).
Application unsuccessful.
16 STRATEGIC PROJECTS OUTCOMES AND DELIVERY 2017-2027

Prepared by: Departmental Managers
Progress Report:
Not Started (obstacles) On Hold On Track Completed

2017 2020
Underway - - Ongoing Status Comments
2020 2027
GOVERNANCE
Local Government Review Review Resource Sharing Study launch held 4 August.
Reform
Elected Members Review Policy and Annual Plan to be prepared.
Development and
Annual Plans
People and Culture Plan Update Framework utilised for recruitment is best practice.
Annual Enterprise Agreement increases have now been
completed and came in to effect first full pay period after 1 July
2017.
Employment relations are professional, fair and consistent,
when performance discussions need to take place.
Policy and Procedure development, review and
implementation continuing.
Performance appraisals for 2017 are progressing.
Skills funding application for staff training approved and
training confirmed.
NMC indoor staff uniform, complete with logo will go live from
1 Nov 2017.
Best Business Practice, Update Update Legislative Audit in progress. Delegations review in progress.
Governance and Policy Manual update in progress. All tasks ongoing.
Compliance
Media and Marketing Update Update Communications officer engaged. Communications Strategy
and Framework to be developed. Expanding Council's
communications through social media and other publications.
CORPORATE SERVICES
Asset Management Plan Review 2017 - Building Asset Management Plan updated for building
Annual Review 2027 componentisation, adopted by Council at May 2017 meeting.
Annual Budget and Review 2017 - Draft Long Term Financial Plan updated for Accelerated
Quarterly Review 2027 Stimulus loan funding, and mid-year budget review adopted by
Council at May 2017 meeting.

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2017 2020
2020 2027
Information Technology Review 2017 - Website redevelopment at final design stage, quotes sought for
Upgrade Program 2027 financial server upgrades, and for hosting ECM in cloud.
Emergency Management Review 2017 - Next municipal emergency meeting scheduled in October 2017,
2027 updated Emergency Recovery Plan adopted May 2017 by
Council.
Workplace Health and Review 2017 - Revised WHS action annual plan under development with
Safety Action Plan 2027 officer.
Annual Review
Customer Service Review Review Review LGAT state-wide community satisfaction survey scheduled
Standards December 2017. Attendance at the National Local Government
Customer Service Network Conference in October 2017.
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Land Use and Review 2017 - 4 tenders received and reviewed by committee. Tenderers
Development Strategy 2018 presented to Council staff July 2017 and invited to provide
addendums to tenders. 2 tenderers to be invited to present to
Council workshop.
Tasmanian Planning Review 2017 - Review by State Governments Planning Policy Unit of the
Scheme Integration 2020 Regional Land Use Strategy to ensure alignment with State
Planning Provisions discussed with Northern Regional Planning
Committee in August 2017. Response sent to PPU, awaiting
feedback.
REGULATORY & COMMUNITY SERVICES
Strategic Projects Team
Economic Development Review In progress
Master Plan - Prepare,
Prioritise, Implement
Strategic Infrastructure Projects
Launceston Gateway 2017 - Listed as a component of the Municipal Wide Land Use Strategy
Precinct Master Planning 2020
Northern Midlands Rural 2017 - Combined with Launceston Gateway Precinct component of
Processing Centre 2020 the Municipal Wide Land Use Strategy.
Perth Town Structure 2017 - Council has endorsed the plan and draft amendments to
Plan 2018 planning scheme to be prepared
Perth Community & 2017 - Awaiting report for presentation to Council.
Recreation Centre & 2018
Primary School
Integrated Master Plan
Sense of Place Planning - Master planning for townships underway.
all villages and towns
Longford CBD Urban Released for public consultation.
Design Strategy
Longford Place Complete.
Activation Plan
Campbell Town CBD Public consultation session scheduled for 13 September 2017.
Urban Design and Traffic
Management Strategy
Ross Town Centre Park 2017 - Design finalised, development application submitted.
Development Master 2020
Plan
Ross Swimming Pool 2017 - Final plan received June 2017. Report to future Council
Master Plan 2020 meeting.
Cressy Recreation 2017 - Masterplan anticipated completion mid-August 2017.
Ground Master Plan 2020 Community survey completed.
Cressy Swimming Pool 2017 - Final plan received June 2017.
Master Plan 2020 Report to future Council meeting.
Evandale Morven Park 2017 - Initial consultation complete, priorities identified, awaiting
Master Plan 2020 concept plan - anticipated mid-August 2017.
Feasibility Study: Study being driven by external stakeholders, Council support
Investment in Ben provided when requested.

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2017 2020
2020 2027
Lomond Ski Field
Northern Tasmania
Economic Development
Economic Development To be implemented once developed
Master Plan Strategy
Delivery
Economic Development To be implemented once developed
(incl. Tourism) Strategy
Delivery
Tourism Strategy To be implemented once developed
Implementation
Community Development
Youth and Ageing Review Not yet commenced.
Strategy
Discrimination Strategy Review Not yet commenced.
Family Violence Strategy Review Not yet commenced. Council launched End Mens Violence
Against Women campaign
Supporting Health and Review Participating in the Northern Health Providers Networks
Education Programs meetings. Review in progress of implementation of Further
Education Bursary program.
Supporting Employment Review Participation in the Northern Midlands Business Partnership
Programs Group meeting coordinated by Beacon Foundation. Participate
in LGAT special interest groups on a quarterly basis. Support
Work for the Dole program. Participate in work experience and
University placements.
Supporting Sport and Review Participation in quarterly northern Sport & Recreation
Recreation Programs meetings. Planning and implementation of upgrade to Council
owned sporting facilities underway. Support provided to
participants in sporting activities on a state and national level.
Social Recovery Plan Review complete
Disability Action Plan Review complete
Cohesive Communities Review Not yet commenced.
and Communities at Risk
Regulatory
Legislative Audit Review of legislation complete. Report tabled at June 2017
Council meeting
Delegations Reviews Ongoing review progressing
Council Policy Manual Policies due for review, relevant managers and officers notified,
Review schedule for review in place
WORKS & INFRASTRUCTURE
TRANSlink Precinct 2017 - Process of land acquisition underway. Seeking grant assistance
Renewal - Stormwater 2020 to fund planned works.
Campbell Town War 2017 - Building permit anticipated mid-September, tenders to be
Memorial Oval 2020 sought.
Longford NM Sport and 2017 - Draft design plans awaiting approval. Stimulus funding
Fitness Centre 2020 obtained to complete works.
Evandale Honeysuckle 2017 - Masterplan complete. Only minor works to be undertaken.
Banks 2020
Nile Road Upgrade Included in Roads 5-year Capital Works program.
Stormwater Review 2017 - Initial data collection survey complete. Model build for all
Management Plans 2027 Towns in progress.
Waste Management Review 2017 - Member of the Northern Waste Management Committee.
2017 - 2020 2027 WTS disposal and supervision contracts tendered for long term
provision of services.
NRM Program Review
Collaboration
Longford Recreation Artas appointed. Draft masterplan to August Council meeting..
Ground Master Plan

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2017 2020
2020 2027
Sheepwash Creek Works progressing, sediment basin concreting complete,
remaining works weather dependent.
17 ANIMAL CONTROL UPDATE

Prepared by: Tammi Axton, Animal Control Officer
Kennel Licences renewals have been coming in and licences are being re issued.
Registration Audit of the Municipality The registration audit is coming along nicely with 259 unregistered dogs
identified just in the towns of Nile, Cressy and Longford.
Attacks There has been an increase in dog attacks within the municipality over the last couple of months. Flyers
have been dropped in mail boxes, an article placed in the Country Courier and posts on Councils Facebook page to
make the community aware of the responsibilities of keeping their dogs contained.
Microchipping- 10 dogs were microchipped in July. With registrations due, there has been an increase in
Microchipping.
18 NTDC LTD QUARTERLY ORGANISATION PROGRESS REPORT TO COUNCIL MEMBERS:

AUGUST 2017
Provided by: Maree Tetlow, CEO, NTDC
The CEO of NTDC has provided the following quarterly report in accordance with Section 21 of the Local Government
Act 1993.
Welcome to the newly incorporated NTDC!
As of March 2017 the new NTDC Ltd formed. The organisation has made a few changes to streamline the business,
lower overheads and align ourselves with the business and entrepreneurial sector. We have moved into a collective
work space, Co-Work Launceston at 93 York St Launceston and interact with other small business and innovators
that supports economic development.
1. NTDCs Role in the Launceston City Deal Working to Gain the Benefit for the Whole Region!
The Northern Tasmania Development Corporation Ltd (NTDC) has been appointed as the lead agency to develop and
be the custodian of a Regional Economic Development Plan (The Plan) as outlined in the City Deal of April 2017, with
completion due in 2018.
The Plan will provide a shared understanding of where future economic and jobs growth will come from. This strategic
outlook will help coordinate future government investments, encourage new private sector investment, improve
planning and provide support for ongoing regulatory reform. The Plan will be action orientated and will cover the
three financial years FY2019 FY2021. Although we are aware that Council Members would not consider a new plan
to be a priority for NTDC it was considered that by 2018 (when the Plan is due to be released) the new Plan will be a
natural revision of the 2015 Northern Regional Futures Plan.
NTDC will work closely with Council Members in planning the consultation phase, to ensure we are adding-value and
coordinated in our approach.
2. Resources for NTDC
To assist NTDC with the development of the plan and our approach to engage with Council Members the business
community and the sectors where appropriate the Tasmanian Government have allocated NTDC Ltd $140,000 for
2017-18. It is envisaged that some of these funds will be allocated to consultancy support and the remainder to
appoint a Project Officer to coordinate the consultation and develop an Opportunities Database (and document
impediments and issues) as part of The Plan.
3. Regional Prioritisation of Projects
NTDC tabled a methodology for prioritising projects at a regional level at the May Council Members meeting in
Launceston. After some agreed changes and fine-tuning from that meeting, NTDC now has a methodology to prioritise

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the top regional projects i.e. Tier 1 projects (>$50M) and Tier 2 projects (<$50M), in the lead up to State and Federal
elections. NTDC will be requesting each LGAs projects for consideration in August.
4. Working with Council Members
The Chair, the CEO and various NTDC Directors have met with all seven (7) councils to provide an overview on NTDC
Ltd organisational progress and plans. These sessions were also an opportunity to hear from councillors on their
priority issues on both local government and economic development issues within their municipalities.
NTDC has provided the following support to Councils:
a) Valley Central Industrial Estate - Meander Valley Council
NTDC has been working with Meander Valley Council to assist them with a road block with the Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) that could impact up to $500 million worth of industrial development on the Valley Central
Industrial Estate. Other Council Members have also registered their concern regarding the EPAs process.
After meeting, discussions and correspondence the EPA are undertaking a review of their processes and have
committed to consulting with Council Members to gather specific information.
NTDC has also provided advice and support to Meander Valley Council to escalate issues in TasNetworks and provided
some advice on the Bio-Energy Project feasibility work.
b) Flinders Council Home Loans and Banking
John Pitt and Maree Tetlow met twice with representatives of Bendigo Bank (the new bank branch on FI) to discuss
the need for equity of access of home loans on Flinders similar to that of the rest of the State. It appears that there
has been some improvements over the past few months, but the availability of Loan Mortgage Insurance (LMI) for
loans over 80% of the value of the home continues to be a problem. Also the cost of gaining home valuations is an
issue, as potential home loan applicants must pay high costs of Valuers travelling to the island to provide this service.
NTDC is working to overcome these barriers.
Congratulations to Flinders Council for their win in securing $11 million for upgrading mobile and communications
infrastructure what a great outcome for future development on the island!
c) Launceston Gateway Project (Translink) Northern Midlands Council (NMC)
NTDC has supported NMC with their efforts to continue to develop the Launceston Gateway Project out at the
Launceston Airport Precinct. The interest and feasibility of the project has been renewed with the advice by Toll of
their intended investment in their Boland Street Launceston depot, and the community concerns with the trucks
traversing the City and especially with the announced plans for a more pedestrianised City as a result of the UTASS
Transformation Project and the City Heart Project.
Discussions have been held between some of the parties to gain their level of interest and agreed next step is to
produce a concept design of how the Launceston Gateway site will operate to table with interested logistics
companies.
d) Review of Forest Areas Break ODay Council (BODC)
BODC have engaged with NTDC on the future use of some of their forestry reserves post plantation maturity. This is a
very early stage project and NTDC has participated in some of the early testing of the concepts and provided some
technical expertise at this stage.
Congratulations also to BODC on the grant announced for the Mountain Biking Project Stage 2.
5. Other NTDC Activities
a) Agri-Tourism Day Northern Midlands
In July NTDC (through Chris Griffin of TNT and Greg Bott) worked to encourage farmers, initially in the NMC area, to
consider extending their operations to consider hosting visitors.
Advocacy work has also been underway by NTDC to escalate the lamb processing issues and investigate the
opportunity around a Lamb Tasmania collaborative effort to increase supply and branding of quality Tasmanian
Lamb.
b) Food Cluster Development

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The NTDC Board have approved the allocation of $20,000 of NTDCs budget to develop a Food Cluster in the North and
North East. The purpose of a Food Cluster is to support the development of new food businesses, and expand those
already in business with an emphasis on interstate and international exporting. The key KPIs will be about growing
business revenues, new jobs and new private-sector investments.
NTDC has also had initial discussions with Cradle Coast Authority to secure some funds to ensure that our food
businesses work across the two regional areas. Dr Tom Lewis will be appointed to develop the cluster and seek
matching funding from appropriate Commonwealth agencies. Once the funding is secured Tom Lewis and NTDC will
be in touch with all Council Members about potential participants. The Food Cluster participants will decide what
priority skills, projects are needed to achieve the purpose.
c) Forestry and Bio-Energy
NTDCs Chair, John Pitt, has been working to bring together the forestry players to understand the future value-adding
projects that could be developed in parallel with further investment (announced as part of City Deal) into the UTAS
R&D in Wood Science and Forestry areas. John is keen to ensure we have a coordinated approach in our region to
ensure we maximise our forestry resources and value add into areas such as bio-energy plants, bio-compounds (from
wood), new wood construction products etc.
6. Changes to Key Council Personnel
a) Farewell Robert Dobrzynski and Welcome (back) Michael Stretton, City of Launceston
Robert continues to work on the Launceston City Deal and contribute at the City Deal Executive Board level. Thank you
Robert for your guidance on how we maximise the opportunities of the City Deal for the Northern Region.
Robert departs in October and Michael Stretton, GM of Waratah Wynyard (and ex Director of Development Services in
Launceston) commences around the same time. We look forward to welcoming Michael back to Launceston!
b) Welcome Justine Brooks-Bedelph, General Manager of George Town Council
Justine has been appointed internally from managing the Development Services area to General Manager of George
Town Council. Justine commenced on 31 July, congratulations Justine!
Raoul Harper has finished his consultancy role supporting George Town Council through the GM appointment process,
and has advised he is about to take a months leave surfing on a remote Indonesian island. He looks forward to
working in the region when he returns. Raoul can be contacted via email at: bayoffires@mac.com
If you would like more information on any of these subjects or you would like to share your views on an opportunity
or impediment dont hesitate to contact us.
19 TASMANIAN PLANNING COMMISSION ASSESSMENT OF REPRESENTATIONS ON THE

NORTHERN INTERIM PLANNING SCHEME AND RELATED URGENT AMENDMENTS
Prepared by: Paul Godier, Senior Planner
The Tasmanian Planning Commission (TPC) formed a Panel to assess the six Northern Region Interim Planning
Schemes. The Panel advised that it had identified a number of errors and anomalies in and between the Interim
Schemes in relation to drafting, formatting, clause numbering, and references.
The Panel has determined that the appropriate statutory process to correct these various errors in each of the six
schemes is by issuing a notice to the Minister recommending that he issue an authorisation for an urgent amendment.
The Panel invited Councils comment on the proposed amendments. Council considered the matters raised by the
Panel at its December 2016 meeting and supported the proposed urgent amendments.
Councils advice that that it supports the proposed urgent amendments was subsequently forwarded to the TPC.
The TPC has advised that it has finalised its assessment, and urgent amendments to the interim scheme arising out of
the assessment have been made. A copy of the approved amendments is attached.
DECISION
Cr
That the Information items be received.

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DEV 1 MONTHLY REPORT: DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Responsible Officer: Des Jennings General Manager

1 PURPOSE OF REPORT
The purpose of this report is to present the Development Services activities as at the month end.
2 DEVELOPMENT SERVICES REPORTING
2.1 Planning Decisions
Total Jul-17
Total Approved: 19 19
Total Permitted: 4 4
Average Days for Permitted 15
Days allowed for approval by LUPAA 28
Total Exempt under IPS: 0 0
Total Refused: 0 0
Total Discretionary: 15 15
Average Days for Discretionary: 40
Days allowed for approval under LUPAA: 42
Total Withdrawn: 0 0
Council Decisions: 0 0
Planning Applications Processed - year to date

20
15
10
5
0
Total 2017 Jul-17
Total Approved: Total Permitted: Total Refused: Total Discretionary: Total Withdrawn: Council Decisions
45
Planning Applications - Processing Days - year to date
40
35
30
25
20
15
10
5
0
Jul-17
Average Days for Permitted Days allowed for approval by LUPAA (permitted)
Average Days for Discretionary Days allowed for approval under LUPAA (discretionary)
July 2017
No of Perm /
Project Details Address Applicant LUPAA Disc /
days Exempt
DELEGATED DECISIONS
P17-008 Partially retrospective conversion of carport to 26 Tannery Road, LONGFORD D Hill & K Slater 42 D
laundry/store room (heritage listed place), including
access over CT44534/6 and parking area within
CT153287/1
P17-055 2-lot subdivision & new access (scenic corridor) 16523 Midland Highway, PERTH Woolcott Surveys 42 D
P17-087 Replacement bridge, road realignment, tree removal Woolmers Lane (inc CT27652/1; Northern Midlands Council 42 D
& partial hedge removal (Heritage Precinct, Scenic 150964/1; 83812/1; 168364/1),
Corridor, flood hazard area & works within 50m of a LONGFORD
watercourse)
P17-088 Multiple dwellings x3 on proposed lot 2 (vary 21 Frederick Street, PERTH Prime Design 42 D
setbacks)

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July 2017
No of Perm /
Project Details Address Applicant LUPAA Disc /
days Exempt
DELEGATED DECISIONS
P17-109 Subdivision (3-lots) 63 Mulgrave Street, PERTH 6ty0 34 D
P17-125 Carport & garden shed (vary side setback & vary rear 24 Macquarie Street, EVANDALE C Wallis 42 D
setback to subdivision boundary approved under P15-
197) - Heritage Precinct
P17-129 Distribution pipeline (54km), 2x pump stations & Rural properties at White Hills, Tasmanian Irrigation Pty Ltd 42 D
associated works including vegetation removal; & Relbia, Evandale & Nile areas,
including heritage-listed places, for the North-East EVANDALE
Irrigation Scheme (Utilities - Rural Resource Zone;
partial Landslip Prone Area, Flood Prone Area, Scenic
Management Area, Priority Habitat, ANEF Contours, &
works within 50m of a water course)
P17-135 Shed (6m x 12m) 1052 Bishopsbourne Rd, B Garcie 28 P
BISHOPSBOURNE
P17-137 Dwelling & change of use of existing building to an 93 Waddles Rd, WHITE HILLS A Offord 42 D
outbuilding (vary setbacks in rural zone; within
irrigation district & potential landslip hazard area)
P17-142 Dwelling addition, carport (vary [E] setback, combined 38 Devon Hills Road, DEVON HILLS D & W Dalton 42 D
floor area of outbuildings & siting) & tree removal
(native vegetation)
P17-147 Change of use to Visitor Accommodation (heritage 9 Smith Street, LONGFORD Mr S Berggren 42 D
precinct)
P17-149 Garage (10m x 5m) - vary internal front setback to 39b Marlborough Street, LONGFORD L Flood 42 D
0.5m (Heritage precinct)
P17-150 Garage (6m x 6m) - vary setbacks in rural resource 12 Barton Road, EPPING FOREST Cyclad Buildings 41 D
zone & within Irrigation District
P17-152 Shed (7m x 15m) - vary secondary street setback & 20 Minerva Drive, PERTH Mr B Harwood 40 D
within 50m of Midland Highway
P17-154 Alterations and additions to existing, new 509 Elphinstone Rd, CRESSY 28 P
garage,demolish existing garage.
P17-162 Refurbish awning, windows & frames & install signage 20 Marlborough Street, LONGFORD C Dixon 42 D
(heritage precinct)
P17-167 Shed (10m x 7m) - vary garage opening widths & 102 Devon Hills Road, DEVON HILLS G Jenkins 30 D
proximity to dwelling
P17-180 6x10m Carport at WTS 291 Marlborough Street, LONGFORD Northern Midlands Council 2 P
P17-181 Carport over existing disposal unit 100 Sprent Street, CAMPBELL TOWN Northern Midlands Council 2 P
COUNCIL DECISIONS
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COUNCIL DECISIONS - REFUSAL
- -
2.2 Planning Compliance Permit Review

Permit Reviews Undertaken
2016/2017 This Month 2017/2018
Number of Inspections 909
Property owner not home or only recently started (Recheck in three months) 307
Complying with all conditions / signed off 312
Not complying with all conditions 91
Reinspections 184
Building Notice Orders issued 2 1 1
2.3 Matters Awaiting Decision by TPC & RMPAT

TPC Tasmanian Planning Commission
IPS Northern Midlands Interim Planning Scheme 2013 effective date 1.6.13. Interim Scheme amended by TPC to correct errors,
anomalies, and inconsistencies raised in representations on the Northern Midlands Interim Planning Scheme 2013, effective
4 August 2017.
TPS Tasmanian Planning Scheme State Planning Provisions (SPP). The SPPs came into effect on 2 March 2017 as part of the
Tasmanian Planning Scheme. They will have no practical effect until Local Provisions Schedule (LPS) is in effect in a municipal
area.
01/17 Rezone part of 6-8 Bridge St, Ross to Local Business, and use as Shop. Draft amendment being advertised until 5 September
2017.

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RMPAT Resource Management & Planning Appeals Tribunal
22/17P P16-077 - Appeal against conditions - Tyre Storage and Shredding. Hearing date adjourned until February 2018.
Decisions received
TPC
- -
RMPAT
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2.4 Building Approvals

The following table provides a comparison of the number and total value of building works for 2016/17 and 2017/18.
YEAR 2016/2017 YEAR 2017/2018
Jul-16 Jul-16 Jul-17 Jul-17
No. Total Value No. Total Value No. Total Value No. Total Value
$ $ $ $
New Dwellings 4 358,015 4 358,015 2 539,805 2 539,805
Dwelling Additions 4 465,032 4 465,032 1 80,000 1 80,000
Garage/Sheds & Additions 10 134,380 10 134,380 5 125,600 5 125,600
Commercial 1 120,000 1 120,000 1 220,000 1 220,000
Other (Signs)
Swimming Pools
Minor Works
Building Certificates
Amended Permits
TOTAL 19 1,077,427 19 1,077,427 9 965,405 9 965,405
Inspections
Building 23 23 4 4
Plumbing 30 30 17 17
20
No. of Building Approvals - year to date
15
10
0
New Dwellings Dwelling Garage/Sheds Commercial Other (Signs) Swimming Minor Works Building Amended TOTAL
Additions & Additions Pools Certificates Permits
Value of Building Approvals - year to date

1,200,000
1,100,000
1,000,000
900,000
800,000
700,000
600,000
500,000
400,000
300,000
200,000
100,000
0
New Dwellings Dwelling Garage/Sheds Commercial Other (Signs) Swimming Minor Works Building Amended TOTAL
Additions & Additions Pools Certificates Permits

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3 STRATEGIC PLAN 2007/2017
The Strategic Plan 2017-2027 provides the guidelines within which Council operates.
Progress Economic Health and Wealth Grow and Prosper
Strategic Project Delivery Build Capacity for a Healthy Wealthy Future
Core Strategies:
Strategic, sustainable, infrastructure is progressive
A Land Use and Development Strategy to direct growth
Economic Development Supporting Growth and Change
Core Strategies:
Towns are enviable places to visit, live and work
People Culture and Society A Vibrant Future that Respects the Past
Sense of Place Sustain, Protect, Progress
Core Strategies:
Planning benchmarks achieve desirable development
Council nurtures and respects historical culture
Developments enhance existing cultural amenity
Place Nurture our Heritage Environment
Environment Cherish and Sustain our Landscapes
Core Strategies:
Meet environmental challenges
History Preserve and Protect our Built Heritage for Tomorrow
Our heritage villages and towns are high value assets
Core Departmental Responsibilities
Planning and Development
4 STATUTORY REQUIREMENTS
4.1 Land Use Planning & Approvals Act 1993
The planning process is regulated by the Land Use Planning & Approvals Act 1993, section 43 of which
requires Council to observe and enforce the observance of its planning scheme.
4.2 Building Act 2016
The Building Act 2016 requires Council to enforce compliance with the Act.
5 RISK ISSUES
Overall Council currently has a good reputation throughout the development community and that people
are aware of the need for building approvals. Inconsistent decision making would place this reputation at
risk.
Council strives to ensure that the planning scheme meets expectations of community. Ongoing changes
driven by the State despite public exhibition may not always further this aim.
6 COMMUNITY CONSULTATION
Discretionary applications are placed on public notification in accordance with Section 57 of the Land Use
Planning & Approvals Act 1993.
7 OFFICERS COMMENTS/CONCLUSION
Planning approval timelines for processing of discretionary applications is 40 days (39 days last month)
(42 days allowed by LUPAA).
Permit reviews exceeded the 2015/2016 year total of 789, with 909 being inspected in 2016/2017.
Inspections to resume upon commencement of Building & Compliance Officer.
There were 9 building approvals valued at $965,4057 (year to date) for 2017/2018, compared to 19 building

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approvals valued at $1,077,427 (year to date) for 2016/2017.
RECOMMENDATION
That the report be noted.
DECISION
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DEV 2 JBS LONGFORD ABATTOIR OPERATIONS

File: 113000.03
Report prepared by: Paul Godier, Senior Planner
1 PURPOSE OF REPORT
This report seeks Councils advice as to whether or not the Council requires a Development Application for
increased production by the Longford abattoir to 50,000 tonnes of cold packed product per annum.
2 INTRODUCTION/BACKGROUND
The Environment Protection Authority Tasmania has formally requested JBS Australia Pty Limited to obtain
advice from the Northern Midlands Council as to whether or not the Council requires a Development
Application for increased production by the Longford abattoir to 50,000 tonnes of cold packed product per
annum.
JBS advises that:

The current licence for the site (licence # 1567) has not been updated since 21/2/1977.
The licence reflects 8,000 cattle per annum and 16,000 sheep per annum or 8,000 tonnes of cold pack
product per annum.
The site has maintained a production volume capacity of up to 460 beef per day (120,000 per annum)
and 1,700 sheep per day (425,000 per annum) and effectively can operate at this volume for 250 days
per year subject to stock availability.
The plant actually processed 115,927 beef and 378,714 sheep for the January December 2015 year.
They have been requesting the EPA to revise the licence since January 2010.
The matter was considered at Councils November 2016 meeting where Council resolved to require a
development application for the increased production.
JBS was advised of this requirement and has requested that Council review its decision. To assist in this
review, advice was sought from the EPA as to what process they would undertake if Council did not require
a development application.
3 STRATEGIC PLAN 2017-2027
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Core Strategies:

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4 POLICY IMPLICATIONS
No policy implications are identified.
5.1 Environmental Management and Pollution Control Act

An abattoir producing 100 tonnes or more of meat or meat products per year is a Level 2 Activity under
the Environmental Management and Pollution Control Act.
6 FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
No financial implications to Council are identified.
7 RISK ISSUES
No risk issues are identified.
8 CONSULTATION WITH STATE GOVERNMENT
The EPA has requested JBS to obtain advice from the Northern Midlands Council concerning whether or not
the Council requires a Development Application for increased production by the Longford abattoir to 50,000
tonnes of cold packed product per annum.
If the Council does not require a development application, the Director of the EPA has advised that, to ensure
environmental permit conditions reflect the activity being undertaken, he would cause an environment
protection notice to be issued to vary the current environmental permit conditions as appropriate. This is
providing any change would not result in the activity including a separate level 2 activity, and that the
production increase in itself is unlikely to cause a significant change in the activitys pollution emissions such
that the current environmental permit conditions as a whole are no longer relevant.
It is noted that the review of environmental conditions entailed by this action would not include any formal
consultation process, unlike assessment in relation to the referral of a planning application pursuant to
section 25 of the Environmental Management and Pollution Control Act.
Community consultation has not been undertaken on this matter.
10 OPTIONS FOR COUNCIL TO CONSIDER
Council can decide that:

The increased production levels do not require a Development Application, and rely on an Environment
Protection Notice issued by the EPA to ensure environmental permit conditions reflect the activity
being undertaken; or
It requires a Development Application for increased production by the Longford abattoir to 50,000
tonnes of cold packed product per annum.
The Longford abattoir has existing approvals for use as an abattoir, and the continued use of the abattoir
does not require further planning approval.

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The Land Use Planning & Approvals Act 1993 and the Northern Midlands Interim Planning Scheme 2013 do
not regulate the amount of production at an abattoir. The Environmental Management and Pollution Control
Act does regulate the amount of production at an abattoir.
It is considered that the increased production is a matter for assessment by the EPA under the Environmental
Management and Pollution Control Act, not for Council under the Land Use Planning & Approvals Act.
12 ATTACHMENTS
12.1 9 June 2017 EPA response
RECOMMENDATION 1
That the matter be discussed.
RECOMMENDATION 2
That Council advise JBS Australia and the EPA that as the Land Use Planning & Approvals Act 1993 and the
Northern Midlands Interim Planning Scheme 2013 do not regulate the amount of production at the abattoir,
a development application is not required for the increase in production.
DECISION
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DEV 3 DRAFT BYLAW:
PLACEMENT OF SHIPPING CONTAINERS
1 PURPOSE OF REPORT
This report seeks Councils endorsement of the draft Placement of Shipping Containers By-Law.
Initial consultation was undertaken on the draft Placement of Shipping Containers By-Law with key
stakeholders and a report brought to the April 2017 Council meeting.
At that meeting, Councillors raised questions which were discussed at its July workshop and are addressed
in this report.
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Cherish & sustain our landscapes
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Our heritage villages and towns are high value assets
Council does not currently have a formal policy dealing with the placement of shipping containers and is this
is not considered to be a matter that can be resolved by policy rather than regulation.
The introduction of a by-law is regulated by the Local Government Act 1993. Section 156 states that a
council which intends to make a by-law is to pass a resolution by an absolute majority to that effect.

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A by-law to regulate the placement of shipping containers will require an increased input of staff hours in
regulating the by-law.
7 RISK ISSUES
There is a risk that without a by-law, the placement of shipping containers will proliferate, with a negative
impact on the amenity of the municipality.
Referral to the Director of Local Government will occur if Council passes a formal resolution of its intention
to make a by-law.
Consultation with Councils Local District Committees has been undertaken. The Ross Local District
Committee asked that Council consider including provisions to remove non-compliant containers.
The Campbell Town Local District Forum observed the placement of shipping containers has increased within
the township and raised concern was raised regarding the process to manage the removal of existing shipping
containers under the proposed by-law.
Council can:
Endorse the draft by-law as attached; or
Require amendments to the draft by-law;
Elect not to pursue the draft by-law.
Legal Advice to Councillors questions raised at the April meeting is as follows:
When a property is sold, would the purchaser be required to apply for a planning permit for any existing
shipping container on the property?
If the new owner of the land:
1. does not change the use of the existing shipping container; and
2. does not modify the shipping container in a way that amounts to development,
the mere fact that the land has changed hands does not trigger a requirement to obtain planning
approval under Councils Interim Scheme.
The new owner would need to do something new with/to the existing shipping container that amounts
to a change of use or a form of development.
Are there any other ways we can require planning applications for existing shipping containers?
The vast majority of shipping containers placed on residential land are used in conjunction with the
approval residential use.
The result is that separate planning approval is not required for the shipping container; the existing
residential approval will cover a container which, in effect, forms part of the approved residential use
and does not itself amount to a discrete form of development.

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Council can potentially require a land owner to obtain separate planning approval with respect to a
shipping container if:
1. the use of the shipping container changes in a way that triggers a requirement to obtain
a separate use approval; and/or
2. the shipping container is developed in a way that triggers a requirement to obtain a
separate development approval (this can also trigger building regulation).
An example of this is a shipping container which is converted from residential storage to a discrete
habitable space used for home occupation or some other purpose unrelated to the residential use.
In practice each case will be unique and will need to be carefully assessed.
Wholly within a building

The term Building is defined in Part 4 of the draft By-law with reference to the defintion of this term
given in section 3(1) of the Land Use Planning and Approvals Act 1993.
That definition provides as follows:
building includes
(a) a structure and part of a building or structure; and
(b) fences, walls, out-buildings, service installations and other appurtenances of a building; and
(c) a boat or a pontoon which is permanently moored or fixed to land;
It is arguable that the erection of a roofed structure with open sides is a building for the purposes of
this definition because it is a structure. This argument could be used by land owners to circumvent the
intent of the exemption (i.e. shipping containers stored wholly within an enclosed building) by simply
building an open sided roof (which may itself require planning and/or building approval) and placing
shipping containers under it.
Accordingly, I suggest the following revised version of the exception in Part 5, clause 3(c) of the draft
By-law:
placed wholly within a lawfully constructed Building which is enclosed by walls on all sides.
If a land owner joined two or more shipping containers together and affixed a roof to the shipping
containers this would most likely trigger planning and/or building regulation and the matter could be
handled under those regimes.
As a general comment, when preparing a by-law it is difficult to anticipate how people may attempt to
circumvent the controls. I recommend addressing the more generally applicable matters and then, if
required, modifying or replacing the by-law in the future in order to respond to any particularly creative
attempts to defeat the By-law.
The proposed by-law will allow Council to take action on shipping containers where the planning scheme
does not allow for such. Public consultation has raised the issue that the by-law should apply to existing
shipping containers, however the by-law cannot do this because section 150 (1) (a) of the Local Government
Act 1993 states that a council must not make a by-law which applies retrospectively.
12 ATTACHMENTS
12.1 Draft Placement of Shipping Containers By-Law
RECOMMENDATION 1

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RECOMMENDATION 2
That, in accordance with s.156 of the Local Government Act 1993, Council resolves that it intends to make
the proposed Placement of Shipping Containers By-Law No. 1 of 2017 to regulate the placement of shipping
containers in the Northern Midlands municipality.
DECISION
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GOV 6 NRM NORTH: ASSOCIATION REPRESENTATION

Report prepared by: Gail Eacher, Executive Assistant
1 PURPOSE OF REPORT
The public officer of NRM has requested council re-nominate representatives prior to the AGM which is
scheduled for Wednesday, 27 September 2017.
The Northern Midlands Council is a Group A member organisation of the Northern Tasmanian Natural
Resource Management Association Inc. (NRM). The public officer of NRM has advised that their AGM is
scheduled for Wednesday 27 September 2017, prior to which time Council must re-nominate its
representatives or appoint alternate representatives for the coming year. Currently, Council is represented
by Cr Mary Knowles and Councils NRM Committee is represented by Cr Dick Adams.
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Core Strategies:
Towns are enviable places to visit, live & work
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Core Strategies:
Participate Communities engage in future planning
Connect Improve sense of community ownership
Caring, Healthy, Safe Communities Awareness, education & service
Place
Core Strategies:
Eco-tourism strongly showcases our natural beauties
Subscription for Group A Association Membership is $20 (including GST), per appointment.
Council may choose to

confirm the appointment of Cr Mary Knowles as its Representative and Cr Dick Adams to the NRM
Steering Committee; or
appoint alternate Councillors or Council officers.

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6 ATTACHMENT
6.1 Letter dated 17 July 2017.
RECOMMENDATION 1
RECOMMENDATION 2
That Council
a) confirm the appointment of Cr Mary Knowles as its Representative and Cr Dick Adams to the NRM
Steering Committee;
OR
b) nominate ____________ as its representative and ____________ as its NRM Steering Committee
representative to the Association.
DECISION
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21 AUGUST 2017
GOV 7 STATE ROADS MAINTENANCE

Report prepared by: Des Jennings, General Manager
1 PURPOSE OF REPORT
Mayor Downie has requested that a report be brought before Council to initiate discussion on a formal
approach to StateRoads to explore the possibility of entering into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
that would allow Council to assist with road repairs and maintenance. In particular, when damage is caused
at times of emergency, for example flooding that can have a significant impact Statewide.
During 2016 the State faced significant flood damage, which placed significant pressure on the State agencies
and councils.
Council would recall that Leighlands Road was closed for an extended period due to flood damage.
It is believed that an opportunity exists whereby Council may provide assistance to the State to progress
remedial works to open roads as quickly and efficiently as possible to the standard require by StateRoads.
Other opportunities may also exist in the areas of road maintenance.
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Manage Management is efficient and responsive
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Workforce Standards
Core Strategies:
Emergency Management & Safety Plans work well
N/a.
N/a.
No financial implications exist with regard to entering into discussions, relevant financial implications would
be identified through discussions. Works would be undertaken largely on a cost recovery basis.

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7 RISK ISSUES
There are no risks identified in commencing discussions with StateRoads. Any risks identified prior to
entering into an agreed MOU will need to be mitigated and reported to Council.
If Council was to agree to raising with StateRoads the entering into an agreed MOU to support StateRoads
maintenance program, officers of Council would approach StateRoads to initiate discussions to explore the
matter.
N/a.
To support or not support an approach to StateRoads to discuss the opportunity for Northern Midlands
Council to undertake maintenance works on State road infrastructure.
Councils consideration and direction on the matter is sought.
12 ATTACHMENTS
Nil.
RECOMMENDATION 1
RECOMMENDATION 2
That Council approach StateRoads to initiate discussion on the possibility of Council taking-up maintenance
works on State road infrastructure.
DECISION
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R&CS 1 POLICY REVIEW:
OVERNIGHT CAMPING - SELF CONTAINED VEHICLES
Responsible Officer: Amanda Bond, Regulatory & Community Services Manager
Report prepared by: Amanda Bond, Regulatory & Community Services Manager
1 PURPOSE OF REPORT
The purpose of this report is to provide Council with information regarding a stakeholder review of the free
overnight stay sites for self-contained vehicles in the Northern Midlands, and, to seek approval from Council
to adopt the Recreational Vehicles Development and Management of Facilities Policy, replacing the current
Overnight Camping Self Contained Vehicles Policy.
Current free sites
On 16 March 2015 the Northern Midlands Council adopted an overnight camping policy for self-contained
vehicles. The policy identified the following areas as potentially suitable for free overnight stay sites for self-
contained vehicles in the Northern Midlands:
Evandale - Falls Park (Monday -Friday);
Evandale - Honeysuckle Banks;
Campbell Town - Red Bridge;
Bishopsbourne - Recreation Ground;
Cressy - Recreation Ground.
Council also has two commercial caravan parks in the municipality, located in Ross and Longford. Council
owns both sites and leases them to private operators. Council has a responsibility to the private operators
to ensure it is not allowing an enterprise which operates in competition with these sites.
At its meeting of 20 February 2017, Council considered the policy and made the following decision (Min. Ref.
48/17):
That Council:
1. endorse the following locations as free overnight stay areas for self-contained vehicles:
Bishopsbourne Recreation Ground
Cressy Recreation Ground
Falls Park, Evandale
Wardlaw Park, Campbell Town
subject to the issuing of appropriate permits for all areas, if not already in place.
2. officers review the current Overnight Camping Self Contained Vehicles Policy by referring to the Local
Government Decision Making Guide and commencing at step 3: discuss preferred approach with existing
private caravan park owners in, or near, the municipality and other key stakeholders.
Council removed Honeysuckle Banks, Evandale as a free site due to concerns it is in a flood prone area. It is
noted Wardlaw Park, Campbell Town and the Longford Riverside Caravan Park (commercial site) are also in
flood prone areas. Council has received feedback requesting Honeysuckle Banks be reinstated as there is no
area available in Evandale for overnight camping during the weekend, when people are attracted to the
village. It is suggested Honeysuckle Banks be reinstated as a site during summer months only. Relevant
planning approvals would need to be put in place.
Council officers completed stakeholder engagement by writing to the following groups and organisations:
Local District Committees;
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Ross Motel & Caravan Park;
Longford Riverside Caravan Park;
CMCA;
Caravan Industry Australia, Tasmania;
Neighbouring property owners to current free sites.
The following questions were asked of stakeholders:

Do you support the Northern Midlands Council providing free overnight rest areas for self-contained
vehicles in Campbell Town, Cressy, Bishopsbourne and Evandale?
Do you think the Northern Midlands Council should provide free overnight rest areas for self-contained
vehicles elsewhere in the municipality? If so, where?
Currently, the maximum length of stay at a free rest area is 48 hours. Do you think this is reasonable?
Council has recently been approached to consider the development of a CMCA member only park
within the municipality. Do you support this?
Are there any other factors/concerns you think Council should take into consideration in this review?
If so, please identify.
Twenty responses were received. A summary of the information provided in the responses is attached to
this report.
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In May 2012 the State Government released a Statewide Directions Paper Review of Council Recreational
Vehicle Overnight Camping Services. The paper focuses on the principles of competitive neutrality and
provides a Local Government Decision-Making Guide for Self-Contained RV Camping Services. In summary,
the guide recommends the following process:
1. Assess the Need;

2. Consider Initial Service Delivery Options;
3. Discuss preferred approach with existing private caravan park owners in, or near, the municipality and
other key stakeholders;
4. Formalise arrangements for service delivery;
5. Revise Council by-laws as appropriate;
6. Advise community;
7. Monitor and review.
With respect to each of the items listed above, the following comments are made:
Assess the need

Council has had free overnight stay sites for self-contained vehicles available for a number of years.
The sites are popular, particularly in the summer months when the volume of self-contained campers
moving around the state is high. Given the popularity of the existing sites, it is considered by officers
a clear need for the sites exists.

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Consider initial service delivery options
Councils free overnight stay sites for self-contained vehicles do not provide any services. Council has
two free dump sites in the municipality: Morven Park, Evandale and King Street Oval, Campbell Town.
There are also dump point facilities at the Longford Riverside Caravan Park and the Ross Motel &
Caravan Park.
Discuss preferred approach with existing private caravan park owners in, or near, the municipality and other
key stakeholders
Council officers have revisited this step in the review of its policy. A summary of the feedback provided
is attached to this report.
Formalise arrangements for service delivery

Council does not engage an external third party to manage its free sites. As such, the only formal
arrangements required are to ensure the relevant planning approvals are in place to allow overnight
camping at the sites. Approvals for all Council approved sites are currently in place. Planning approval
needs to be sought for Honeysuckle Banks (weekend site for Evandale) and Morven Park (overflow site
for annual Village Fair).
Revise Council by-laws as appropriate

Council currently enforces its free overnight stay sites for self-contained vehicles through the
Overnight Camping Self Contained Vehicles Policy. The policy is in need of review. The policy is not
able to be appropriately enforced by Councils Compliance Officer in its present form. For example,
Council currently has no permit procedure in place.
The Local Government Association of Tasmania have released the following document: Policy Guidelines
2012 Recreational Vehicles Development and Management of Facilities. At this stage, it is the
recommendation of officers that a new policy be adopted by Council in accordance with those guidelines.
Upon review of the new policy, Council may wish to consider the implementation of a by-law, if required.
It is noted, if Council approves the revised policy, the community and users of the free overnight stay sites
for self-contained vehicles will need to be informed of the changes.
Council must have in place planning approvals prior to an identified area being used as a free overnight
camping site, in accordance with section 51 of the Land Use Planning & Approvals Act 1993. Approvals for all
Council approved sites are currently in place. Planning approval needs to be sought for Honeysuckle Banks
(weekend site for Evandale) and Morven Park (overflow site for annual Village Fair).
The cost to Council for maintaining free overnight camping sites is minimal. As all users of the sites are to be
self-contained, Council does not need to provide power, a dump site or water. Council does incur a cost to
monitor and maintain the sites (for example, mowing and inspections). The cost of maintenance would exist
in any event. The cost of patrolling and inspecting is a cost only incurred when sites are designated as free
overnight stay sites for self-contained vehicles.
The policy in its present form permits Council to charge up to $10 per night to use the area. A charge has
never been levied.
It is the recommendation of officers that Council issues permits for its sites. It is proposed this occur by way
of accessing Councils website and obtaining a Permit Number. Once established, the process would be self-
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managing, therefore would not require additional staff time to manage. If permits were issued, it would
assist Councils Compliance Officer with patrolling the sites and confirming vehicles are not staying longer
than the permitted timeframe.
7 RISK ISSUES
As Council owns two commercial caravan park sites, it must be conscious of allowing free camping to operate
in competition with these businesses. Action to mitigate this risk is to follow the State Government Decision
Making Guide for Self-Contained RV Camping Services.
Council must ensure its policies are reasonable and implementation is achievable. This policy in its present
form is not being implemented, and as such, requires review.
Council has reviewed the Statewide Directions Paper Review of Council Recreational Vehicle Overnight
Camping Services, May 2012 in the preparation of the policy and the consideration of its free overnight stay
sites for self-contained vehicles.
Community consultation has occurred through the stakeholder engagement process. Consultation will also
occur to inform the community of changes, if any, made to Councils current policy.
Council is to consider a review of its Overnight Camping Self Contained Vehicles Policy, and adopting the
revised policy: Recreational Vehicles Development and Management of Facilities.
11 ATTACHMENTS
11.1 Summary of stakeholder feedback

11.2 Overnight Camping Self Contained Vehicles Policy (current)
11.3 Recreational Vehicles Development and Management of Facilities (revised policy)
RECOMMENDATION 1
That the report be discussed.
RECOMMENDATION 2
That Council:
1. Endorse Honeysuckle Banks, Evandale as a free overnight stay area for self-contained vehicles from
November to April, subject to the issuing of appropriate permits for the area.
2. Endorse Morven Park, Evandale as a free overnight stay area for self-contained vehicles during the
annual Evandale Village Fair, subject to the issuing of appropriate permits for the area.
3. Adopt the Recreational Vehicles Development and Management of Facilities and rescind the existing
Overnight Camping Self Contained Vehicles Policy.
DECISION
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R&CS 2 LONGFORD RECREATION GROUND 2030 MASTERPLAN

Responsible Officer: Amanda Bond, Regulatory & Community Services Manager
Report prepared by: Lorraine Green, Project Officer
1 PURPOSE OF REPORT
To:
i) present to Council the Longford Recreation Ground 2030 Master Plan;
ii) seek Councils acceptance and release of the Master Plan;
iii) seek Councils endorsement of the way forward with the Master Plan.
Council is committed to promoting the health and well-being of Northern Midlands residents by ensuring the
provision of sport and recreation facilities and programs/activities that enable residents to participate in
physical activity. The Longford Recreation Ground is an integral component of the sport and recreation
infrastructure of the Northern Midlands, serving as the towns main sport and recreation precinct.
Council needs to ensure Northern Midlands sport and recreation facilities are maintained and further
developed over time to meet the everchanging needs of the community in terms of demographic changes,
changing recreation and leisure demand trends, and emerging new sport and recreation activities.
In December 2016 Council contracted Lange Design to develop a masterplan to drive the maintenance and
further development of the Longford Recreation Ground to ensure it continues to meet the sport and
recreation needs of Northern Midlands residents into the future.
The consultants work included assessment of the existing facilities/infrastructure and consultation with key
stakeholders including user groups, community members and Council officers.
Lange Design has submitted the final report to Council. The master plan explores the full potential of the
ground and how that potential can consolidate the Longford and district community sporting activities to
better accommodate the future population of the area.
The plan includes a complete upgrade of the oval, and the fill and regrading of the open space training area
(the old tip site).
The plan recommends an eight-staged program of works from 2017 through to 2030: dependent on the
sourcing of funds.
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Core Strategies:
Money Matters
Core Strategies:
Improve community assets responsibly and sustainably

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Core Strategies:
Towns are enviable places to visit, live & work
Maximise external funding opportunity
People
Core Strategies:
Planning benchmarks achieve desirable development
Public assets meet future lifestyle challenges
Lifestyle Strong, Vibrant, Safe and Connected Communities
Core Strategies:
Living well Valued lifestyles in vibrant, eclectic towns
Communicate Communities speak & leaders listen
Participate Communities engage in future planning
Connect Improve sense of community ownership
Caring, Healthy, Safe Communities Awareness, education & service
Place
Core Strategies:
The total cost of implementing the Master Plan is estimated as $7,595,800 GST exclusive, of which $4,215,000
relates to the construction of a new Longford Sports Centre facility and associated car park extension.
It is proposed that Council consider funding components of the Master Plan in forthcoming Council budgets,
and Council Officers seek to secure external grants to assist with the implementation of the Master Plan.
5 community consultation
Broad community consultation underpinned the development of the Master Plan, including consultation with
the Longford Recreation Ground Management Committee and Longford residents, and a survey of user
groups.
Information was also sourced from Council documents and reports, site investigations, site survey data and
aerial photography.
Council can either accept or not accept the Master Plan and the proposed way forward with the plans
implementation.
The consultant has fulfilled the requirements of the Master Plan project brief. Following broad community
and stakeholder consultation, review of relevant literature and plans, and site investigations, the consultant
has developed a comprehensive Master Plan for the redevelopment of the Longford Recreation Ground.
8 ATTACHMENTS
8.1 Longford Recreation Ground 2030 Master Plan: July 2017

8.2 Longford Recreation Ground 2030 Master Plan Map: September 2016
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RECOMMENDATION 1
RECOMMENDATION 2
That Council:
i) accept the Longford Recreation Ground 2030 Master Plan;
ii) consider funding components of the Master Plan in forthcoming Council budgets, and request Council
Officers to seek to secure external grants to assist with the implementation of the Master Plan.
DECISION
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CORP 1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL STATEMENT

File: Subject 24/023
Responsible Officer: Maree Bricknell, Corporate Services Manager
Report Prepared by: Maree Bricknell, Corporate Services Manager
1 PURPOSE OF REPORT
The purpose of this report is to present the monthly financial reports as at 31 July 2017.
The Corporate Services Manager circulated a copy of the Monthly Financial Summary for the period ended
31 July 2017.
3 ALTERATIONS TO 2016-17 BUDGET
Following a budget review of income and expenditure items the following alterations/variances are
highlighted and explained: -
SUMMARY FINANCIAL REPORT
For Month Ending: 31-Jul-17 1
A. Operating Income and Expenditure
Year to Date Target
Budget Budget Actual ($,000) 100% Comments
Rate Revenue -$10,197,520 -$10,197,520 -$10,298,308 $101 101.0%
Recurrent Grant Revenue -$4,143,153 -$345,263 $0 -$345 0.0%
Fees and Charges Revenue -$1,630,430 -$135,869 -$164,978 $29 121.4%
Interest Revenue -$449,430 -$37,453 $47,925 -$85 -128.0% Accrued revenue adjustment included
Reimbursements Revenue -$81,834 -$6,820 -$2,280 -$5 33.4%
Other Revenue $8,848 $737 $104,277 -$104 14142.5%
-$16,493,519 -$10,722,187 -$10,313,364 -$409 96.2%
Employee costs $3,458,620 $288,218 $156,089 $132 54.2%
Material & Services Expenditure $4,689,919 $390,827 $315,748 $75 80.8%
Depreciation Expenditure $5,327,756 $443,980 $443,536 $0 99.9%
Government Levies & Charges $687,512 $57,293 $94 $57 0.2%
Councillors Expenditure $192,960 $16,080 $3,567 $13 22.2%
Other Expenditure $1,192,699 $486,280 $487,713 -$1 100.3%
Plant Expenditure Paid $493,570 $41,131 $69,671 -$29 169.4%
$16,043,036 $1,723,808 $1,476,418 $247 85.6%
-$450,483 -$8,998,379 -$8,836,946
Gain on sale of Fixed Assets $0 $0 $0 $0 0.0%

Loss on Sale of Fixed Assets $300,000 $25,000 $0 $25 0.0%
Underlying (Surplus) / Deficit -$150,483 -$8,973,379 -$8,836,946

$0 $0
Capital Grant Revenue -$2,740,765 -$228,397 $0 -$228 0.0%

Subdivider Contributions -$433,000 -$36,083 0 -$36 0.0%
Capital Revenue -$3,173,765 -$264,480 $0

$0 $0
Budget Alteration Requests Operating
- For Council authorisation by absolute majority Budget
Stormwater - Works Dept all areas -$10,000
Stormwater - Hartnoll Place Evandale $10,000

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B. Balance Sheet Items
Year to Date Monthly Same time
Actual Change last year Comments
Cash & Cash Equivalents Balance

- Opening Cash balance $12,381,944 $12,381,944
- Cash Inflow $6,270,632 $6,270,632
- Cash Payments -$1,357,357 -$1,357,357
- Closing Cash balance $17,295,219 $17,295,219
- -
Account Breakdown
- Trading Accounts $686,760
- Investments $16,608,459
$17,295,219
-
Summary of Investments Investment Maturity Interest Purchase Maturity
Date Date Rate% Price Value
Tasmanian Public Finance Corporation Call
Account 1/07/2017 31/07/2017 1.50 $5,195 $5,201
CBA Call Account 19/07/2017 31/07/2017 1.40 $522,637 $522,878
CBA 4/04/2017 2/08/2017 2.44 $1,400,000 $1,411,231
CBA 13/04/2017 11/08/2017 2.40 $1,500,000 $1,511,836
CBA 13/06/2017 11/09/2017 2.23 $1,000,000 $1,005,499
CBA 13/06/2017 11/10/2017 2.35 $1,000,000 $1,007,726
CBA 13/06/2017 11/10/2017 2.35 $500,000 $503,863
ANZ 14/05/2017 14/11/2017 2.40 $1,348,828 $1,365,147
ANZ 8/06/2017 8/12/2017 2.40 $1,012,964 $1,025,153
My State Financial 25/12/2016 25/12/2017 2.85 $1,189,250 $1,223,144
CBA 31/07/2017 29/01/2018 2.30 $1,000,000 $1,011,468
Bass & Equitable 24/05/2017 24/05/2018 2.65 $629,584 $646,268
Westpac 4/07/2017 4/07/2022 3.37 $5,500,000 $6,427,258
Total Investments $16,608,458 $17,666,671
Investments by Institution Total Investments by Rating

(Standard & Poor's)
ANZ B&E CBA MyState Tascorp W

AA+ AA- BBB Unrated
Rate Debtors 2016/17 % to Raised Same Time % to Raised

Last Year
Balance b/fwd $1,742,445 $1,117,405
Rates Raised $10,060,345 $9,871,005
$11,802,790 $10,988,410
Rates collected $796,849 7.9% $721,811 7.3%

Pension Rebates $422,060 4.2% $407,298 4.1%
Discount & Remissions $7,374 0.1% $13,602 4.1%
$1,226,283 $1,142,711
Rates Outstanding $10,626,452 105.6% $9,850,153 99.8%

Advance Payments received -$49,945 0.5% -$4,453 0.0%

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Rates Outstanding
12000000
10000000
8000000
6000000
4000000
2000000
0
July Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun
2012/13 2013/14 2014/15 2015/16 2016/17 2017/18
Trade Debtors
Current balance $158,403
- 30 Days $75,845
- 60 Days $35,719
- 90 Days $2,923
- More than 90 days $43,916
Summary of Accounts more than 90 days: - -
- Norfolk Plains Book sales 711 Paid by outlet as sold
- Hire/lease of facilities 278
- Removal of fire hazards 5,380
- Dog Registrations & Fines 35,049 Sent to Fines Enforcement
- Sales 500 Arrangement to pay
- Grants -
- Private Works 1,998
- Building / Planning Fees 0
C. Capital Program
Actual Target
Budget ($,000) #REF! Comments
Renewal $9,134,540 $19,963 0%
New assets $7,611,300 $49,119 1%
Total $16,745,840 $69,082 0%
Major projects:
- Woolmers Bridge Replacement $2,830,000 $0 0%
- Campbell Town Recreation Ground Complex $2,020,000 $0 0%
- Rossarden Road Bridge Replacement $220,770 $0 0%
- Royal George Bridge Replacement $240,790 $0 0%
- Barton Road Reconstruction $1,130,000 $0 0%
- Longford Rec Ground Redevelopment $1,100,000 $0 0%
- Public Toilet Replacements $600,000 $0 0%
- Ross Village Green Development $300,000 $0 0%
- Longford Sports Centre Extension $1,000,000 $0 0%
- Recreation Lighting $1,040,000 $0 0%
* Full year to date capital expenditure for 2017/18 provided as an attachment.
Full Capital Report with End of Financial Year Report
D. Financial Health Indicators
Target Actual Variance Trend
Financial Ratios
- Rate Revenue / Total Revenue 61.8% 99.9% -38.0%
- Own Source Revenue / Total Revenue 75% 100% -25.1%
Sustainability Ratio
- Operating Surplus / Operating Revenue 0.9% 85.7% -84.8%
- Debt / Own Source Revenue 60.1% 71.9% -11.9%
Efficiency Ratios
- Receivables / Own Source Revenue 87.3% 95.5% -8.2%
- Employee costs / Revenue 21.0% 1.5% 19.5%
- Renewal / Depreciation 171.5% 4.5% 167.0%
Unit Costs
- Waste Collection per bin $9.97 #DIV/0!
- Employee costs per hour $28.82 $16.69
- Rate Revenue per property $1,460.75 $1,475.19
- IT per employee hour $3.17 $8.70
E. Employee & WHS scorecard
YTD This Month
Number of Employees 86.0 0
New Employees 0 0
Resignations 1 0

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Total hours worked 9354.5 0
Lost Time Injuries 0 0
Lost Time Days 0 0
Safety Incidents Reported 1 0
Hazards Reported 3 0
Risk Incidents Reported 0 0
Insurance claims - Public Liability 0 0
Insurance claims - Industrial 0 0
Insurance claims - Motor Vehicle 0 0
IT - Unplanned lost time 0 0
Open W/Comp claims 1 0
4 OFFICERS COMMENTS
Copies of the financial reports are also made available at the Council office.
5 ATTACHMENTS
5.1 Income & Expenditure Summary for period ending July 2017.
5.2 Capital Works Report to end July 2017.
RECOMMENDATION
That Council
i) receive and note the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending 31 July 2017.
ii) authorise budget alterations as detailed in section 3A above.
DECISION
Cr

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PUBLIC QUESTIONS & STATEMENTS
Regulation 31 of the Local Government (Meeting Procedures) Regulations 2015 relates to the provision of Public
Question Time during a Council meeting. Regulation 31(7) of the Regulations stipulates that a Council is to determine
any other procedures to be followed in respect of public question time at an ordinary council meeting.
Public question time is to commence immediately after the meal break at approximately 6:45pm and is to be conducted
in accordance with the following guidelines:
At each Council Meeting up to 20 minutes, or such longer period as Council may determine by resolution at that
meeting, is to be provided for persons at the meeting to ask questions.
A person seeking to ask a question must firstly identify himself or herself by stating their name and the town
they reside in.
If more than one person wishes to ask a question, the Mayor is to determine the order in which those questions
are asked
Questions must be directed to the Mayor who shall answer or direct the question to the appropriate Councillor
or Council Officer. A question will be answered if the information is known otherwise taken on notice and
responded to in writing within 10 working days. Questions should preferably be in writing and provided to the
General Manager 7 days prior to the Council Meeting.
A person is entitled to ask no more than 2 questions on any specific subject. If a person has up to two questions
on several subjects, the Mayor may defer those questions until other questions have been asked and refer back
to that person only if time permits.
1 PUBLIC QUESTIONS

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COUNCIL ACTING AS A PLANNING AUTHORITY
Section 25 (1) of the Local Government (meeting procedures) Regulations require that if a Council intends to
act at a meeting as a Planning Authority under the Land Use Planning and Approvals Act 1993, the
Chairperson is to advise the meeting accordingly.
DECISION
Cr
That the Council intends to act as a Planning Authority under the Land Use Planning and
Approvals Act 1993 for Agenda item PLAN 1 - 4.
2 STATEMENTS
PLAN 1 P17-175 - 12A Elizabeth Street, PERTH
PLAN 2 P17-178 - 873 Illawarra Road, LONGFORD
PLAN 3 P17-166 - Midland HIGHWAY, Illawarra Road & adjoining properties, PERTH
PLAN 4 DRAFT Planning Scheme Amendment &
P16-271, 184 High Street, CAMPBELL TOW

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PLAN 1 PLANNING APPLICATION P17-175
12A ELIZABETH STREET, PERTH
File Number: 104600.042; CT135915/2
Report prepared by: Erin Boer, Planning Officer
1 INTRODUCTION
This report assesses an application for 12A Elizabeth Street, Perth to construct a garage (12m x 7m, apex
4.57m) & attached lean-to (8m x 5m) - vary side [w] and rear [n] setbacks.
2 BACKGROUND
Applicant: Owner:
D Shephard D L Shephard & A J Shephard
Zone: Codes:
General Residential Not in a Special Area
Classification under the Scheme: Existing Use:
Residential (Single Dwelling) Dwelling
Deemed Approval Date: Recommendation:
17-Aug-2017. Extension of time received till the 25-Aug-2017. Approve
Discretionary Aspects of the Application

Variations to development standards of the General Residential Zone (rear and side setbacks clause
10.4.2).
Planning Instrument: Northern Midlands Interim Planning Scheme 2013
The proposal is an application pursuant to section 57 of the Land Use Planning & Approvals Act 1993 (ie a
discretionary application). Section 48 of the Land Use Planning & Approvals Act 1993 requires the Planning
Authority to observe and enforce the observance of the Planning Scheme. Section 51 of the Land Use
Planning & Approvals Act 1993 states that a person must not commence any use or development where a
permit is required without such permit.
4 ASSESSMENT
4.1 Proposal
It is proposed to:
Construct a garage (12m x 7m, apex 4.57m) & attached lean-to (8m x 5m), resulting in an L-
shape shed in the north-western corner of the lot.

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Site Plan
Elevations

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4.2 Zone and land use
Zone Map General Residential
The land is zoned General Residential, and is not in a special area.

The relevant Planning Scheme definitions are:
single dwelling means a dwelling on a lot on which no other dwelling is situated; or a dwelling
and an ancillary dwelling on a lot on which no other dwelling is situated.
dwelling means a building, or part of a building, used as a self-contained residence and
which includes food preparation facilities, a bath or shower, laundry facilities, a
toilet and sink, and any outbuilding and works normally forming part of a
dwelling.
outbuilding means a non-habitable detached building of Class 10a of the Building Code of
Australia and includes a garage, carport or shed.
Residential (Single Dwelling) is No Permit Required in the zone; however, the application became
discretionary due to variations to the rear and side setbacks.
4.3 Subject site and locality

The author of this report carried out a site visit on the 14-Jul-2017 when placing the site notice at the
property, and conducted an on-site visit with the applicant on the 9-Aug-2017. The subject site consists
of a 4468m2 level internal lot, and contains an existing dwelling, garage and storage shed. A sewer
main runs along the southern side of the lot, while stormwater infrastructure is located in the north-
eastern corner.

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Aerial photograph of area
Photographs of subject site
^ Stake located at 1.5m from the western side boundary

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^Shed location pegged out looking north west. Pittosporums to be relocated where possible
^ Overview of proposed shed location. Pittosporums to be relocated where possible

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^ Subject site looking toward northern boundary
4.4 Permit/site history

Relevant permit history includes:
100/01 N & C Baker Dwelling & Garage
P13-277 Protek Solar Panels
4.5 Representations
Notice of the application was given in accordance with Section 57 of the Land Use Planning & Approvals
Act 1993. A review of Councils Records management system after completion of the public exhibition
period revealed that a representation (attached) was received from:
D & L Buckney, 7 Little Mulgrave Street, Perth

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Map showing location of representors property in relation to subject site
The matters raised in the representations are outlined below followed by the planners comments.
Issue 1
Overshadowing (and subsequent dampness of the overshadowed area).
Planners comment:
Shadow diagrams were provided with the proposal and indicate that any overshadowing would
be limited to before 10.30am on the 21 June (shortest day). The area to be shaded by the
proposed shed consists of a garden bed and is already subject to significant shading due to
existing vegetation and a 1.8m high boundary fence. It is unlikely that the proposed shed will
result in any substantial increase in overshadowing and it is not considered to cause an
unreasonable loss of amenity. The proposed shed may also help to reduce dampness in this area,
by collecting stormwater and directing it away from the boundary.
Issue 2
Although not included in the representation, an on-site discussion with the representor on the
3-Aug-2017, identified that visual impacts were also a concern, mainly due to the outlook of the
living areas of the representors dwelling being toward the proposed shed.
Planners comment:
The outlook of the representors property is currently toward their garden bed and boundary
fence, with additional screening provided above the boundary fence by established
Pittosporums on the applicants property (see photograph below). Unfortunately, these
plantings will require removal to allow for a 1m clear work space surrounding the proposed
garage, as required by the shed contractor, to meet WH&S requirements.
An on-site visit was also undertaken with the applicant on the 9-Aug-2017, who noted that they
would like to retain the plantings, but was unsure that they would survive being re-planted, post-
construction. As a compromise, the applicant was willing to move the shed to 1.5m from the
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western boundary, which would remove the variation to this side boundary and allow for re-
planting of screening plants along the boundary fence. A condition may be placed on the permit
accordingly. Additional screening vegetation could also be planted on the representors side to
assist their outlook. As the two trees on the boundary are deciduous, further screening from the
canopy of the trees will become available during Spring and Summer.
^View from representors property toward the proposed garage site
4.6 Referrals
The application did not require any referrals.
4.7 Planning Scheme Assessment

GENERAL RESIDENTIAL ZONE
ZONE PURPOSE
To provide for residential use or development that accommodates a range of dwelling types at suburban densities,
where full infrastructure services are available or can be provided.
To provide for compatible non-residential uses that primarily serve the local community.
Non-residential uses are not to be at a level that distorts the primacy of residential uses within the zones, or
adversely affect residential amenity through noise, activity outside of business hours traffic generation and
movement or other off-site impacts.
To encourage residential development that respects the neighbourhood character and provides a high standard of
residential amenity.
Assessment: The proposal meets the zone purpose.
LOCAL AREA OBJECTIVES
To consolidate growth within the existing urban land use framework of the towns and villages.
To manage development in the General residential zone as part of or context to the Heritage Precincts in the towns
and villages.
To ensure developments within street reservations contribute positively to the Heritage Precincts in each
settlement.
Assessment: The proposal meets the local area objectives.
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PRECIS OF DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR SINGLE DWELLINGS
10.4.2 Setback and building envelopes for dwellings
A1 Unless within a building area, then
(a) 4.5m from primary frontage; or not less than existing dwelling on site; OR
N/a (b) 3m to secondary frontage; or not less than existing dwelling on site; OR
N/a (b) if vacant lot, setback which is not more or less than dwellings on immediately
adjoining lots; OR
N/a (c) not less than the existing dwelling setback if less than 4.5m; OR
N/a (d) as per road setback specified in Planning Scheme
A2 Garage or carport to be set back:
(a) 5.5m from primary frontage or 1m behind the faade, OR
N/a (b) The same as the dwelling faade if under dwelling
N/a (c) 1m if gradient > 1:5 for 10m from frontage
A3 Dwellings (excluding minor protrusions extending to 1.5m)
X (a) to be within building envelope
(i) frontage setback (as above), or 4.5m from rear boundary of adjoining frontage
lot for internal lot
(ii) 45 degrees from the horizontal at a height of 3m above natural ground level,
4m rear setback, and max height 8.5m AND
X (b) 1.5m side setback or built to the boundary (existing boundary wall within .2m of
boundary or; 9m or of the side boundary, whichever is lesser)
10.4.3 Site coverage and private open space for dwellings
A1 (a) max. site coverage of 50% (excluding eaves)
(c) at least 25% free from impervious surfaces
A2 (a) (i) POS of 24m2 in one location in one location
(b) (i) horizontal dimension of 4m; AND
(c) directly accessible from, & adjacent to, a habitable room (other than bedroom);
AND
(d) not located to the S, SE or SW of dwelling, unless receives at least 3 hours of
sunlight to 50% of area between 9am and 3pm on 21June; AND
(e) between dwelling and frontage only if frontage is orientated between 30 degrees
west of north and 30 degrees east of north; AND
(f) not steeper than 1:10, AND
(g) not used for vehicle parking
10.4.4 Sunlight and overshadowing
Existing A1 1 habitable room (other than bedroom) with window facing between 30 degrees west of
north and 30 degrees east of north
10.4.5 Width of openings for garages and carports
N/a A1 Garage or carport within 12m of a primary frontage (whether free-standing or not), total
width of openings facing frontage of < 6m or half the width of the frontage (whichever is
lesser).
10.4.6 Privacy
N/a A1 Balconies, decks, carports etc OR windows/glazed doors to a habitable room, more than
1m above natural ground level must have a permanently fixed screen to a height of at least
1.7m above the finished surface or floor level, with a uniform transparency of no more
than 25%, along the sides facing a:
(a) side boundary 3m
(b) rear boundary 4m
N/a A2 Window or glazed door to habitable room with floor level over 1m must
(a) (i) 3m setback from side boundary; and
(ii) 4m setback from rear boundary;
N/a (b) (i) offset horizontally 1.5m from glazing of habitable room of another dwelling;
or
(ii) sill height or fixed obscure glazing 1.7m above floor level, or

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(iii) permanently fixed external screen for the full length of the glazing, to 1.7 m
above floor level, with a uniform transparency of not more than 25%.
10.4.7 Frontage fences for single dwellings
N/a A1 Applies to maximum building height of fences on and within 4.5m of a frontage
N/a (a) 1.2m if solid; OR
N/a (b) 1.8m if above 1.2m has openings which provide a minimum 50% transparency
Easements
No construction over an easement
The application meets the acceptable solutions of the General Residential zone, except for the
variation to the side and rear setbacks. Due to the concerns raised by the representor regarding visual
impacts and overshadowing, the applicant is willing to shift the garage to 1.5m from the western
boundary, which will assist in lessening the visual impact and also allow for screening vegetation to be
reinstated along the boundary. Due to the overshadowing created by the existing fence and
vegetation, it is unlikely that moving the shed will have an appreciable impact on overshadowing. A
condition may be placed on the permit requiring a revised site plan to stipulate the new shed location.
Accordingly, the only remaining variation will be to the rear northern boundary and the development
relies on the following performance criteria:
P3 The siting and scale of a dwelling must:
(a) not cause unreasonable loss of amenity by:
(i) reduction in sunlight to a habitable room (other than a bedroom) of a dwelling on an adjoining
lot; or
(ii) overshadowing the private open space of a dwelling on an adjoining lot; or
(iii) overshadowing of an adjoining vacant lot; or
(iv) visual impacts caused by the apparent scale, bulk or proportions of the dwelling when viewed
from an adjoining lot; and
(b) provide separation between dwellings on adjoining lots that is compatible with that prevailing
in the surrounding area.
Comment
It is considered that the variation to the rear setback meets the performance criteria P3 as follows:
a) (i-iii) The variation to the northern boundary will not cause any overshadowing over the
habitable rooms or private open space of the property (which contains a dwelling and
outbuildings) to the north of the proposed shed, due to the path of the sun during the winter
solstice (see below).
(source: https://forums.sketchup.com/t/seasonal-shadow-problem)
iv) The visual bulk/scale of the shed is likely to be acceptable to the property to the north, due
to the fence separating the two properties already being increased in height with a lattice
topper. The existing dwelling on the lot is also angled so that the outlook is to the south west,
over a vacant parcel of land. A swimming pool is located adjacent to the proposed shed on the
northern side of the fence, and the shed will assist in screening this area.

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Neighbouring
property to
the north
Proposed
shed
b) As the lot is internal, the will be no change to the separation between dwellings when viewed
from the streetscape. The setbacks proposed are consistent with the surrounding area.
Shadow diagrams
CODES
E1.0 BUSHFIRE PRONE AREAS CODE N/a
E2.0 POTENTIALLY CONTAMINATED LAND N/a
E3.0 LANDSLIP CODE N/a
E4.0 ROAD AND RAILWAY ASSETS CODE N/a
E.5.0 FLOOD PRONE AREAS CODE N/a
E6.0 CAR PARKING AND SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORT CODE Complies no changes.
E7.0 SCENIC MANAGEMENT CODE N/a
E8.0 BIODIVERSITY CODE N/a
E9.0 WATER QUALITY CODE N/a
E10.0 RECREATION AND OPEN SPACE CODE N/a
E11.0 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS & ATTENUATION CODE N/a
E12.0 AIRPORTS IMPACT MANAGEMENT CODE N/a
E13.0 LOCAL HISTORIC HERITAGE CODE N/a
E14.0 COASTAL CODE N/a
E15.0 SIGNS CODE N/a
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ASSESSMENT AGAINST E6.0
CAR PARKING & SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORT CODE
E6.6 Use Standards
E6.6.1 Car Parking Numbers
Objective: To ensure that an appropriate level of car parking is provided to service use.
Acceptable Solutions Performance Criteria
A1 The number of car parking P1 The number of car parking spaces provided must have regard to:
spaces must not be less a) the provisions of any relevant location specific car parking plan; and
than the requirements of: b) the availability of public car parking spaces within reasonable walking
a) Table E6.1; or distance; and
b) a parking precinct plan c) any reduction in demand due to sharing of spaces by multiple uses
contained in Table E6.6: either because of variations in peak demand or by efficiencies gained
Precinct Parking Plans by consolidation; and
(except for dwellings in d) the availability and frequency of public transport within reasonable
the General Residential walking distance of the site; and
Zone). e) site constraints such as existing buildings, slope, drainage, vegetation
and landscaping; and
f) the availability, accessibility and safety of on-road parking, having
regard to the nature of the roads, traffic management and other uses
in the vicinity; and
g) an empirical assessment of the car parking demand; and
h) the effect on streetscape, amenity and vehicle, pedestrian and cycle
safety and convenience; and
i) the recommendations of a traffic impact assessment prepared for the
proposal; and
j) any heritage values of the site; and
k) for residential buildings and multiple dwellings, whether parking is
adequate to meet the needs of the residents having regard to:
i) the size of the dwelling and the number of bedrooms; and
ii) the pattern of parking in the locality; and
iii) any existing structure on the land.
Comment:
Complies two parking spaces retained within the garage.
Table E6.1: Parking Space Requirements
Use Parking Requirement
Residential: Vehicle Bicycle
If a 1 bedroom or studio dwelling in the General 1 space per dwelling 1 space per unit or 1 spaces per 5
Residential Zone (including all rooms capable of bedrooms in other forms of
being used as a bedroom) accommodation.
If a 2 or more bedroom dwelling in the General 2 spaces per dwelling
Residential Zone (including all rooms capable of
being used as a bedroom)
E6.6.2 Bicycle Parking Numbers
Objective: To encourage cycling as a mode of transport within areas subject to urban speed zones by ensuring
safe, secure and convenient parking for bicycles.
A1.1 Permanently accessible bicycle parking or P1 Permanently accessible bicycle parking or storage
storage spaces must be provided either on spaces must be provided having regard to the:
the site or within 50m of the site in a) likely number and type of users of the site and their
accordance with the requirements of Table opportunities and likely preference for bicycle
E6.1; or travel; and
A1.2 The number of spaces must be in b) location of the site and the distance a cyclist would
accordance with a parking precinct plan need to travel to reach the site; and

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contained in Table E6.6: Precinct Parking c) availability and accessibility of existing and planned
Plans. parking facilities for bicycles in the vicinity.
Comment:
Complies. 1 bicycle space is available with the storage shed on site.
E6.6.3 Taxi Drop-off and Pickup
Objective: To ensure that taxis can adequately access developments.
A1 One dedicated taxi drop-off and pickup space must be P1 No performance criteria.
provided for every 50 car spaces required by Table E6.1 or
part thereof (except for dwellings in the General Residential
Zone).
Comment:
N/a
E6.6.4 Motorbike Parking Provisions
Objective: To ensure that motorbikes are adequately provided for in parking considerations.
A1 One motorbike parking space must be provided for each 20 P1 No performance criteria.
car spaces required by Table E6.1 or part thereof.
Comment:
N/a
E6.7 Development Standards
E6.7.1 Construction of Car Parking Spaces and Access Strips
Objective: To ensure that car parking spaces and access strips are constructed to an appropriate standard.
A1 All car parking, access strips manoeuvring and circulation P1 All car parking, access strips
spaces must be: manoeuvring and circulation
a) formed to an adequate level and drained; and spaces must be readily
b) except for a single dwelling, provided with an impervious all- identifiable and constructed to
weather seal; and ensure that they are useable in all
c) except for a single dwelling, line marked or provided with weather conditions.
other clear physical means to delineate car spaces.
Comment:
Complies with A1 (a). (b) & (c) are not applicable for single dwellings.
E6.7.2 Design and Layout of Car Parking
Objective: To ensure that car parking and manoeuvring space are designed and laid out to an appropriate
standard.
A1.1 Where providing for 4 or more spaces, P1 The location of car parking and manoeuvring spaces
parking areas (other than for parking must not be detrimental to the streetscape or the
located in garages and carports for amenity of the surrounding areas, having regard to:
dwellings in the General Residential Zone) a) the layout of the site and the location of existing
must be located behind the building line; buildings; and
and b) views into the site from the road and adjoining
A1.2 Within the General residential zone, public spaces; and
provision for turning must not be located c) the ability to access the site and the rear of
within the front setback for residential buildings; and
buildings or multiple dwellings. d) the layout of car parking in the vicinity; and
e) the level of landscaping proposed for the car
parking.
Comment:
A1.1 N/a
A1.2 Existing. No changes to the existing car parking arrangement are proposed.
A2.1 Car parking and manoeuvring space must: P2 Car parking and manoeuvring space must:
a) have a gradient of 10% or less; and

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b) where providing for more than 4 cars, a) be convenient, safe and efficient to use having
provide for vehicles to enter and exit the regard to matters such as slope, dimensions, layout
site in a forward direction; and and the expected number and type of vehicles; and
c) have a width of vehicular access no less b) provide adequate space to turn within the site
than prescribed in Table E6.2 and Table unless reversing from the site would not adversely
E6.3, and affect the safety and convenience of users and
A2.2 The layout of car spaces and access ways passing traffic.
must be designed in accordance with
Australian Standards AS 2890.1 - 2004
Parking Facilities, Part 1: Off Road Car
Parking.
Comment:
A2.1 (a) Complies.
(b) N/a
(c) Complies (existing).
A2.2 Complies (existing).
Table E6.2: Access Widths for Vehicles
Number of parking spaces served Access width (see note 1) Passing bay (2.0m wide by 5.0m long plus
entry and exit tapers) (see note 2)
1 to 5 3.0m Every 30m
E6.7.3 Car Parking Access, Safety and Security
Objective: To ensure adequate access, safety and security for car parking and for deliveries.
A1 Car parking areas with greater than 20 P1 Car parking areas with greater than 20 parking
parking spaces must be: spaces must provide for adequate security and
a) secured and lit so that unauthorised safety for users of the site, having regard to the:
persons cannot enter or; a) levels of activity within the vicinity; and
b) visible from buildings on or adjacent to the b) opportunities for passive surveillance for users of
site during the times when parking occurs. adjacent building and public spaces adjoining the
site.
Comment:
N/a
E6.7.4 Parking for Persons with a Disability
Objective: To ensure adequate parking for persons with a disability.
A1 All spaces designated for use by persons P1 The location and design of parking spaces considers
with a disability must be located closest to the needs of disabled persons, having regard to:
the main entry point to the building. a) the topography of the site;
b) the location and type of relevant facilities on the
site or in the vicinity;
c) the suitability of access pathways from parking
spaces, and
d) applicable Australian Standards.
A2 One of every 20 parking spaces or part P2 The number of parking spaces provided is
thereof must be constructed and designated appropriate for the needs of disabled persons, having regard
for use by persons with disabilities in to:
accordance with Australian Standards AS/NZ a) characteristics of the populations to be served;
2890.6 2009. b) their means of transport to and from the site; and
c) applicable Australian Standards.
Comment:
N/a private residence.
E6.7.6 Loading and Unloading of Vehicles, Drop-off and Pickup
Objective: To ensure adequate access for people and goods delivery and collection and to prevent loss of amenity
and adverse impacts on traffic flows.

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A1 For retail, commercial, industrial, service industry P1 For retail, commercial, industrial, service
or warehouse or storage uses: industry or warehouse or storage uses
a) at least one loading bay must be provided in adequate space must be provided for
accordance with Table E6.4; and loading and unloading the type of vehicles
b) loading and bus bays and access strips must be associated with delivering and collecting
designed in accordance with Australian Standard people and goods where these are expected
AS/NZS 2890.3 2002 for the type of vehicles that on a regular basis.
will use the site.
Comment:
N/a
E6.8 Provisions for Sustainable Transport
E6.8.1 Bicycle End of Trip Facilities
Not used in this planning scheme
E6.8.2 Bicycle Parking Access, Safety and Security
Objective:
To ensure that parking and storage facilities for bicycles are safe, secure and convenient.
A1.1 Bicycle parking spaces for customers and visitors must: P1 Bicycle parking spaces must
a) be accessible from a road, footpath or cycle track; and be safe, secure, convenient
b) include a rail or hoop to lock a bicycle to that meets Australian and located where they will
Standard AS 2890.3 1993; and encourage use.
c) be located within 50m of and visible or signposted from the
entrance to the activity they serve; and
d) be available and adequately lit in accordance with Australian
Standard AS/NZS 1158 2005 Lighting Category C2 during the times
they will be used; and
A1.2 Parking space for residents and employees bicycles must be under
cover and capable of being secured by lock or bicycle lock.
A2 Bicycle parking spaces must have: P2 Bicycle parking spaces and
a) minimum dimensions of: access must be of
i) 1.7m in length; and dimensions that provide for
ii) 1.2m in height; and their convenient, safe and
iii) 0.7m in width at the handlebars; and efficient use.
b) unobstructed access with a width of at least 2m and a gradient of
no more 5% from a public area where cycling is allowed.
Comment:
Complies with A1.2 & A2.
E6.8.5 Pedestrian Walkways
Objective: To ensure pedestrian safety is considered in development
Acceptable Solution Performance Criteria
A1 Pedestrian access must be provided for in P1 Safe pedestrian access must be provided within car
accordance with Table E6.5. park and between the entrances to buildings and the
road.
Comment:
Complies with A1 -no separate access required.
Table E6.5: Pedestrian Access
Number of Parking Spaces Pedestrian Facility
Required
110 No separate access required (i.e. pedestrians may share the driveway). [Note (a)
applies].
11 or more A 1m wide footpath separated from the driveway and parking aisles except at
crossing points. [Notes (a) and (b) apply].
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Notes
a) In parking areas containing spaces allocated for disabled persons, a footpath having a minimum width of
1.5m and a gradient not exceeding 1 in 14 is required from those spaces to the principal building.
b) Separation is deemed to be achieved by:
i) a horizontal distance of 2.5m between the edge of the driveway and the footpath; or
ii) protective devices such as bollards, guard rails or planters between the driveway and the footpath; and
iii) signs and line marking at points where pedestrians are intended to cross driveways or parking aisles.
SPECIFIC AREA PLANS
F1.0 TRANSLINK SPECIFIC AREA PLAN N/a
F2.0 HERITAGE PRECINCTS SPECIFIC AREA PLAN N/a
SPECIAL PROVISIONS
9.1 Changes to an Existing Non-conforming Use N/a
9.2 Development for Existing Discretionary Uses N/a
9.3 Adjustment of a Boundary N/a
9.4 Demolition N/a
9.5 Subdivision N/a
STATE POLICIES
The proposal is consistent with all State Policies.
OBJECTIVES OF LAND USE PLANNING & APPROVALS ACT 1993
The proposal is consistent with the objectives of the Land Use Planning & Approvals Act 1993.
STRATEGIC PLAN/ANNUAL PLAN/COUNCIL POLICIES
Strategic Plan 2017-2027
Statutory Planning
5 FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS TO COUNCIL
Not applicable to this application.
6 OPTIONS
Approve subject to conditions, or refuse and state reasons for refusal.
7 DISCUSSION
Discretion to refuse the application is limited to the variation to the side and rear setbacks. The applicant has
agreed to shift the shed further from the western boundary which will allow for the side setback
requirements of the zone to be achieved, eliminating this variation. The main considerations for side/rear
setback variations are the potential for overshadowing and visual impacts.
The relocation of the shed 0.5m further from the boundary will allow for plantings to be re-established along
the western boundary, which will hopefully assist in alleviating the representors concerns regarding
overshadowing and visual impacts.
The site is not in any special areas and no referrals were required as part of the assessment process.
Conditions that relate to any aspect of the application can be placed on a permit. The proposal will be
conditioned to be used and developed in accordance with the proposal plans, except that the shed be moved
0.5m further from the boundary and landscaping be established along the western boundary.
8 ATTACHMENTS
Application & plans

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Representations & applicants response
RECOMMENDATION
That land at 12A Elizabeth Street, Perth be approved to be developed and used for a Garage (12m x 7m, apex
4.57m) & attached lean-to (8m x 5m) in accordance with application P17-175, and subject to the following
conditions:
1 Layout not altered
The use and development shall be in accordance with the endorsed plans numbered P1 P6 (Drawings
prepared by Kel Clark, Sheet Nos: 1-5, Dated: July 2017 & Shed elevations by Cyclad Buildings, Drawing No:
JOB2610 (Quote No. QAAER21050911205704), Dated: undated), except as required by condition 2 & 3.
2 Revised plans
Prior to the issue of a building permit, a revised site plan shall be provided showing the shed located 1.5m
from the western side boundary.
3 Landscaping
Within 3 months of the completion of the shed, screening vegetation shall be planted between the shed and
the western side boundary.
DECISION
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873 ILLAWARRA ROAD, LONGFORD
File Number: 107400.24 CT40413/1
Report prepared by: Rebecca Green, Planning Consultant
1 INTRODUCTION
This report assesses an application for 873 Illawarra Road, Longford to construct Signage x 3 (other signs)
within the scenic corridor.
2 BACKGROUND
Applicant: Owner:
S & F Stewart S & F Stewart
Zone: Codes:
Rural Resource Scenic Management Code
Signs Code
Signage Resource Development
28-Aug-2017 Approve subject to conditions

Reliance upon performance criteria within the Scenic Management Code
Reliance upon performance criteria within the Signs Code

Site from Illawarra Road looking east towards site of proposed 3200mm x 2400mm sign

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The proposal is an application pursuant to section 57 of the Land Use Planning & Approvals Act 1993 (i.e. a
discretionary application).
Section 48 of the Land Use Planning & Approvals Act 1993 requires the Planning Authority to observe and
enforce the observance of the Planning Scheme. Section 51 of the Land Use Planning & Approvals Act 1993
states that a person must not commence any use or development where a permit is required without such
permit.
4 ASSESSMENT
4.1 Proposal
It is proposed to:
Erect three signs on or within the confines of the property boundary. One sign is to be placed
upon the existing white picket fence at the entry to the property. This sign will measure 1600mm
x 500mm and contain information relating to opening hours of the resource development use
upon the subject land. This sign will be adhesive vinyl (metallic gold and black) on 3mm
composite panel with a double sided open-closed sign. The second sign proposed is to be placed
above an existing timber paling fence at the entry to the property. This sign is proposed to
measure 2400mm x 1200mm and provide identification of the property and resource
development use upon the subject land. This sign will be adhesive vinyl (metallic gold and black)
on 3mm composite panel. The third sign is to be located on the western property boundary and
is proposed to measure 3200mm x 2400mm. This sign is to provide forewarning to the motoring
public that the entrance to the property is approaching at a distance of 400 metres. This sign is
to be located on existing treated pine posts.
Site Location Plan

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Signage Elevations and Details

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Zone Map Rural Resource
The land is zoned Rural Resource, and is within the Scenic Management Code and Signs Code.
The relevant Planning Scheme definition is:
Resource development use of land for propagating, cultivating or harvesting plants or for keeping and
breeding of livestock or fishstock. If the land is so used, the use may include the
handling, packing or storing of produce for dispatch to processors. Examples include
agricultural use, aquaculture, bee keeping, controlled environment agriculture, crop
production, horse stud, intensive animal husbandry, plantation forestry and turf
growing.
sign means a device that is intended to give information, advertise or attract attention to
a place, product, service or event.

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Resource Development is No Permit Required use in the zone, cellar door sales in directly associated
with the Resource Development use and as such does not require a permit in this instance.

The author of this report carried out a site visit on 9 August 2017. The subject site is a 9.421 ha
allotment, with existing use of resource development and a single dwelling with appurtenant
outbuildings.
Access from the east is well identifiable as the crossover between the road edge and the
property boundary/entry is quite wide.
The subject land access is however not as easily identifiable from the west due to the Hedgerow
Hedge and the profile of the road as there is a crest just as you approach the access from the
west.
Aerial photograph of area
Location of second sign

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Entrance to the subject land
Entry to subject land is setback and down from road seal

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Variation of height of second sign from road height
Area of third (western) sign

No records of other permits were found relevant to the proposal.
4.5 Representations
period revealed that one representation (attached) was received from:
John MacKinnon, 868 Illawarra Road, Longford

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Map showing location of representor property in relation to subject site
The matters raised in the representation are outlined below followed by the planners comments.
Issue 1
Sign located on the north-western end of property
Concerns relate to the size of the sign and that it is not in keeping with the objectives of the
Scenic Corridor
The positioning of the sign so close to the road could distract the motoring public
The composition of the sign is not in keeping with similar signage which is deemed acceptable
by the Nomenclature Board
Planners comment:
The application relies upon assessment against a performance criteria of the Scenic
Management Code. An assessment later in this report finds that the signs are considered to be
compliant with the applicable performance criteria provided that the size of the second and
third sign are reduced. Thus the objectives are met. The Planning Authority must consider each
individual application based upon its own merits. Although a TVIS sign may be also appropriate,
this is not what is subject to assessment. All signage is on or within the confines of the title
boundary and not within the road reserve. The western sign is located opposite a white washed
dwelling, which is located quite close the road reserve, effectively providing a break in the
vegetated corridor at this point, the sign proposed at the western end will sit within the
foreground of the vegetation on site and not protrude into the sight lines, provided the size of
the sign is reduced by way of conditions, as the size proposed is seen to be excessive. The
Department of State Growth have advised that the signs are okay from their position in terms
of road safety.
Issue 2
Sign located on the right-hand side of the driveway entrance
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The proposed sign appears to be sited above the current fence line and above the current
trimmed Hawthorn Hedge
Planners comment:
The applicants have advised that the Hawthorn Hedge is normally that height and has just
recently been trimmed, the applicants have informed council that spring growth will again be at
a height consistent with the top of the sign at it intended position. The second sign though is
1200mm in height above the timber railed fence, which is considered excessive given the
graphics that it is to pertain.
4.6 Referrals
The only referral required was as follows:
Department of State Growth
Precis: The application was referred to Department of State Growth, who responded on 20 July 2017, stating
that the Department has no comment or conditions to make regarding the proposal. The Department advised
that given the low scale of the development no Traffic Impact Assessment in this instance is required. The
property access is not within the Limited Access sections of Illawarra Road.

RURAL RESOURCE ZONE
ZONE PURPOSE
26.1.1.1 To provide for the sustainable use or development of resources for agriculture, aquaculture, forestry,
mining and other primary industries, including opportunities for resource processing.
26.1.1.2 To provide for other use or development that does not constrain or conflict with resource
development uses.
26.1.1.3 To provide for economic development that is compatible with primary industry, environmental and
landscape values.
26.1.1.4 To provide for tourism-related use and development where the sustainable development of rural
resources will not be compromised.
Assessment: The proposal meets the zone purpose. Practically nothing will change on site.

a) Primary Industries:
Resources for primary industries make a significant contribution to the rural economy and primary industry uses
are to be protected for long-term sustainability.
The prime and non-prime agricultural land resource provides for variable and diverse agricultural and primary
industry production which will be protected through individual consideration of the local context.
Processing and services can augment the productivity of primary industries in a locality and are supported where
they are related to primary industry uses and the long-term sustainability of the resource is not unduly
compromised.
b) Tourism
Tourism is an important contributor to the rural economy and can make a significant contribution to the value
adding of primary industries through visitor facilities and the downstream processing of produce. The continued
enhancement of tourism facilities with a relationship to primary production is supported where the long-term
sustainability of the resource is not unduly compromised.
The rural zone provides for important regional and local tourist routes and destinations such as through the
promotion of environmental features and values, cultural heritage and landscape. The continued enhancement
of tourism facilities that capitalise on these attributes is supported where the long-term sustainability of primary
industry resources is not unduly compromised.
c) Rural Communities
Services to the rural locality through provision for home-based business can enhance the sustainability of rural
communities. Professional and other business services that meet the needs of rural populations are supported
where they accompany a residential or other established use and are located appropriately in relation to
settlement activity centres and surrounding primary industries such that the integrity of the activity centre is not
undermined and primary industries are not unreasonably confined or restrained.

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Assessment: The proposal meets the local area objectives.
DESIRED FUTURE CHARACTER STATEMENTS
The visual impacts of use and development within the rural landscape are to be minimised such that the effect is
not obtrusive.
Assessment: The proposal meets the Desired Future Character Statements.
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
NOT APPLICABLE NO BUILDING OR SUBDIVISION IS PROPOSED.
CODES
E2.0 POTENTIALLY CONTAMINATED LAND N/a
E4.0 ROAD AND RAILWAY ASSETS CODE Complies no change of use proposed, and no
intensification of the existing access is expected to
increase by more than 10%
E6.0 CAR PARKING AND SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORT CODE Complies no changes
E7.0 SCENIC MANAGEMENT CODE Applicable complies, see Code assessment below.
E15.0 SIGNS CODE Applicable complies, see Code assessment below.

SCENIC MANAGEMENT CODE
E7.6.1 Scenic Management Tourist Road Corridor
Objective
(a) To enhance the visual amenity of the identified tourist road corridors through appropriate:
i) setbacks of development to the road to provide for views that are significant to the traveller
experience and to mitigate the bulk of development; and
ii) location of development to avoid obtrusive visual impacts on skylines, ridgelines and prominent
locations within the corridor; and
iii) design and/or treatment of the form of buildings and earthworks to minimise the visual impact of
development in its surroundings; and
iv) retention or establishment of vegetation (native or exotic) that mitigates the bulk or form of use or
development; and
v) retention of vegetation (native or exotic) that provides amenity value to the road corridor due to
being in a natural condition, such as native forest, or of cultural landscape interest such as
hedgerows and significant, exotic feature trees; and
(b) To ensure subdivision provides for a pattern of development that is consistent with the visual amenity
objectives described in (a).
A1 Development (not including P1 Development (not including subdivision) must be screened when
subdivision) must be fully viewed from the road within the tourist road corridor having regard to:
screened by existing a) the impact on skylines, ridgelines and prominent locations; and
vegetation or other features b) the proximity to the road and the impact on views from the road; and
when viewed from the road c) the need for the development to be prominent to the road; and
within the tourist road d) the specific requirements of a resource development use; and
corridor. e) the retention or establishment of vegetation to provide screening in
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f) whether existing native or significant exotic vegetation within the
tourist road corridor is managed to retain the visual values of a touring
route; and
g) whether development for forestry or plantation forestry is in
accordance with the Conservation of Natural and Cultural Values
Landscape section of the Forest Practices Code; and
h) the design and/or treatment of development including:
i) the bulk and form of buildings including materials and finishes;
ii) earthworks for cut or fill;
iii) complementing the physical (built or natural) characteristics of the
site.
A2 Subdivision must not alter P2 Subdivision that alters any boundaries within the areas designated as
any boundaries within the scenic management tourist road corridor must have regard to:
areas designated as scenic a) site size; and
management tourist road b) density of potential development on sites created; and
corridor. c) the clearance or retention of vegetation in combination with
requirements for hazard management; and
d) the extent of works required for roads or to gain access to sites
including cut and fill; and
e) the physical characteristics of the site and locality; and
f) the scenic qualities of the land that require management.
Comment:
In this case, the development does not provide for any additional use. The performance criteria does not
require the development (signs in this case and not buildings) to be fully screened. The proposal does not
seek any removal of vegetation, the Hedgerow hedge will remain.
The two smaller signs not protruding above the height of the road seal, as the access dips down from
the road around 2m and therefore signs at or the top just above the height of the road but not to the
point it protrudes entirely above the height of the road level.
West sign, sits into the hedge row white house on other side of the road opposite this sign, close to
the road and not screened by vegetation at all, but is excessive in size. An appropriate condition could
ensure a size of a more sympathetic scale to the surrounds.
Mirragong Wagyu sign east between site and round-about at Longford not screened or sitting into
landscaped background at all, and has a reflective nature to the sign.
The proposed signs are similar in colour and hence sympathetic to the colour and size of the Welcome to
Longford sign at the western side of the Illawarra road round-a-bout.
The proposal will have minimal impact on the scenic quality of the area as viewed from the highway,
particularly with a reduction in size to the second and third signs.
The Department of State Growth have advised that the proposal is considered a low scale of development
and that no traffic safety impediment is of concern.
The proposal is considered to be compliant with the performance criteria with conditions.

SIGNS CODE
CODE PURPOSE
The purpose of this Code is to regulate the construction or putting up for display of a sign or hoarding.
Erect three signs on or within the confines of the property boundary.

One sign is to be placed upon the existing white picket fence at the entry to the property. This sign will
measure 1600mm x 500mm with a double sided open-closed sign.
The second sign is to be placed above an existing timber paling fence at the entry to the property. This
sign is proposed to measure 2400mm x 1200mm.
The third sign is to be located on the western property boundary and is proposed to measure 3200mm x
2400mm.
The signs will be adhesive vinyl (metallic gold and black) on 3mm composite panel.
Other sign Any sign not listed.

E15.5 Standards for Use or Development
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E15.5.1 Third Party Signage - NA
E15.5.2 Heritage Precincts - NA
E15.5.3 Design and siting of signage
Objective: To ensure that the design and siting of signs complement or enhance the characteristics of the natural
and built environment in which they are located.
Other Sign
Acceptable Performance Criteria
Solutions
A34 No acceptable solution P34 Other signs can be located in any zone except the General Residential Zone
and the Low Density Residential Zone, provided it can be shown that:
a) no other form of permitted signage will meet the needs of the
proprietor; and
b) the sign does not dominate the streetscape and reflects the
prevailing character of the area, in terms of shape, proportions and
colours; and
c) it does not conflict with the Zone Purpose as outlined in Part D of this
planning scheme.
a) be sympathetic to the architectural character and detailing of the
building; and
b) be of appropriate dimensions so as not to dominate the streetscape
or premises on which it is located; and
c) not result in loss of amenity to neighbouring properties; and
d) not involve the unnecessary repetition of messages or information on
the same street frontage; and
e) not contribute to or exacerbate visual clutter; and
f) not cause a safety hazard or obstruct movement of anyone inside or
outside the associated building; and
g) not distract motorists as a result of size, illumination or movement.
Comment: The application must meet the performance criteria. The sign type is the most appropriate for the
location, and with the proposed setbacks and dimensions, will not dominate the streetscape and
reflects the prevailing character of the area as long as the size of the second and third sign are
reduced by way of a condition. The proposed signs will not result in the loss of amenity to
neighbouring properties given the location and will not contribute to exacerbate visual clutter, or
create a safety hazard. The signs are not to be illuminated nor provided any moving parts. The
Department of State Growth have advised that the Department has no traffic safety concerns. Meets
the performance criteria.
SPECIFIC AREA PLANS

SPECIAL PROVISIONS
9.4 Demolition N/a
9.5 Subdivision N/a
STATE POLICIES

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Statutory Planning
6 OPTIONS
7 DISCUSSION
Discretion to refuse the application is limited to (reliance upon performance criteria in both the Scenic
Management Code and the Signs Code).
Conditions that relate to any aspect of the application can be placed on a permit.
The proposal will be conditioned for two of the signs to be reduced to a more appropriate size.
8 ATTACHMENTS
Application & plans, correspondence with applicant

State Growth response
Representation & applicants response
RECOMMENDATION
That land at 873 Illawarra Road, Longford be approved to be developed and used for a Signage x 3 (other
signs) within scenic corridor in accordance with application P17-178, and subject to the following conditions:
The use and development shall be in accordance with the endorsed plans numbered P1 P6 (Drawing No:
Signage Details), except where varied by Condition 2 below.
2 Amended Plans Required
Prior to the commencement of the development, amended plans must be submitted to the approval of the
General Manager. When approved, the plans will be endorsed and will then form part of the permit. The
plans must be drawn to scale with dimensions. The plans must show:
(a) The second sign proposed to be placed above an existing timber paling fence at the western side of
the entry to the subject property to be no greater than 1200mm wide and 600mm high.
(b) The third sign to be located on the western property boundary to be no greater than 1800mm wide
and 1200mm high.
3 Non-reflective and Non-illuminated
The signs must not be reflective or illuminated.
DECISION
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MIDLAND HIGHWAY, ILLAWARRA ROAD & ADJOINING PROPERTIES,
PERTH
File Number: P17-166
1 INTRODUCTION
This report assesses an application for Midland Highway, Illawarra Road & adjoining properties, Perth, to
construct the Perth Link Roads project.
2 BACKGROUND
Applicant: Owner:
Department of State Growth Department of State Growth and adjoining landowners
Zone: Codes:
Utilities; Rural Resource; General Residential Road & Railway Assets code; Flood Prone Areas Code; Car
Parking and Sustainable Transport Code; Scenic Management
Code; Biodiversity Code; Water Quality Code;
Utilities Road and farmland
25 August 2017 Approve with conditions

Development and use:
of a new road in the Rural Resource and General Residential zones;
of new accesses and junctions;
of land subject to flooding at a 1% AEP;
of land within the tourist road corridor;
that involves the removal of native vegetation;
of land within 50m of a watercourse.
Preliminary Discussion
Prior to submission of the application, the applicant undertook public consultation.
The proposal is an application pursuant to section 57 of the Land Use Planning & Approvals Act 1993 (i.e. a
discretionary application).
Section 48 of the Land Use Planning & Approvals Act 1993 requires the Planning Authority to observe and
enforce the observance of the Planning Scheme. Section 51 of the Land Use Planning & Approvals Act 1993
states that a person must not commence any use or development where a permit is required without such
permit.

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4 ASSESSMENT
4.1 Proposal
It is proposed to undertake the Perth Link Roads project to realign the Midland Highway around Perth
to the west and south, over a length of approximately 5km.
Site Plan - (Source: Development Application Supporting Report June 2017)

Zone Map (Source: Development Application Supporting Report June 2017)

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The land is zoned Utilities, Rural Resource and General Residential. The relevant Planning Scheme
definition is:
Utilities Use of land for utilities and infrastructure including transport networks.
Utilities is Permitted in the Utilities zone and Discretionary in the Rural Resource zone and General
Residential zone.
The author of this report carried out a site visit on 10 August 2017.
Subject site from southern end of Napoleon St, looking northward
Subject site from northern end of Napoleon St looking southward

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Subject site from northern end of Napoleon St looking northward
Subject site from Drummond St looking westward
Subject site from Eskleigh access road

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There is no relevant permit or site history.
4.5 Representations
period revealed that representations (attached) were received from:
B Einoder, 35 Drummond Street, Perth.
R Jones, East Launceston.
Woolcott Surveys obo Holliejett Investments Pty Ltd, owner of 1 Edward Street and 1-13
Cromwell Street, Perth.
D Alty, Longford resident.
R Bullen, 44 Phillip Street, Perth.
H MacKinnon, 390 Illawarra Road, Longford.
The matters raised in the representations are outlined below followed by State Growths response.
Representation 1 B Einoder, 35 Drummond Street, Perth
Need for a new wide bridge to cater for trucks passing and keep the current bridge for the local traffic on
either side.
The underpass near Sheepwash Creek is totally unacceptable to all present and future plans. The
underpass needs to accommodate a road which will allow Perth people driving to the river for fishing,
water-skiing and barbequing to take their car and boat on trailer. The underpass must be wide enough for
a tractor, plough, drill, spray and harrows to get through.
The bridge on the south side of the highway going over Sheepwash Creek is inadequate and must be
strong and wide enough also for a tractor, plough, drill, spray and harrows.
The access road over it to Kellys farm must also be at the same level as the proposed road from the Perth
township to the river and continuous with the access road that runs parallel along the south side of the
highway.
The access road to Glen Ireh farm needs the curve in and out of the farm gate as proposed but also to be
continuous with the access road to the easement road and Kellys farm.
Can find no plans for the irrigation pipes to get water from the river to northern paddocks. There is no
mention of draining the swamp that will develop north of the highway. There are no details regarding
fencing and noise reduction.
The Pateena Road intersection is dangerous. There is no mention of school bus stops or private access off
the highway.
State Growth response:
The bridge has approximately 30 years of life remaining. Replacing this bridge early would come at a
significant cost in both the construction of a new bridge and the depreciation write-down of the existing
bridge. This would impact on the ability of the project to complete the full upgrade of other Midland
Highway sections as outlined in the Midland Highway 10 Year Action Plan.
The roundabout design proposed provides both a gateway to the township of Perth and safe all direction
access to residents both sides of the highway. The roundabout also assists in reducing traffic speeds of
vehicles travelling from the north before navigating the bridge.
Currently traffic volumes south of Perth do not warrant the duplication of the highway. In the future when
the bridge is replaced an assessment at this time might require additional lanes. It is prudent that the
Department prioritises funding in this way and delivers on the outcomes outlined in the action plan. The
Department is satisfied that the plan balances the needs of the local community and motorists.
Access to the river has been retained by the provision of a new access road and associated easement.
Therefore, there is no need to go through the underpass structure near Sheep Wash Creek to access the
river.
There are two culverts proposed at the downstream end of Sheep Wash Creek that work in combination
to accommodate a 100-year ARI storm event. This is in line with design requirements for the proposal. The
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larger of the proposed culverts will also cater as a stock underpass in low creek flows and is of adequate
size to provide both stock and tractor access. Larger machinery will need to use the road network to cross
the highway.
The proposal incorporates the representations requests with regard to the levels of the access roads.
It is also agreed that the access road to Glen Ireh Farm can be modified as requested. The revision shall
show a continuous easement road to the Kelly farm gate, with a junction to Glen Ireh. The detailed design
will ensure these requests are met.
Conduits for future services and temporary irrigation pipes will be installed as part of the works, exact
locations shall be confirmed during the detailed design phase of the project.
Longitudinal drainage will be provided along the length of the highway, on both sides. These drains will
discharge to either Sheep Wash Creek or South Esk River, as described in the planning submission.
Existing fencing removed as part of the project will be replaced with new fencing of an equal or better
standard. The principle adopted is like for like replacement. During the detailed design process, the
landowners will have an opportunity to work with the contractor on fencing details. If a higher standard
of fencing is selected by the landowner, this may impact on the compensation payable to the landowner.
The Pateena Road junction meets all requirements under Austroads design guidelines for 100km/h speed
limits and associated Safe Intersection Sight Distance requirements.
Private accesses off the highway have been consolidated with safe access provided to all properties via the
new interchanges and internal tracks. Both Midland Highway and Illawarra Road will continue to be
limited access roadways.
There are no public bus stops proposed on the highway. The Department of State Growth Passenger
Transport Group have had discussions with bus operators regarding the number and location of bus stops
within Perth. The Department has also consulted with other stakeholders and the bus stop on Pateena
Road, near the Illawarra Road junction is under consideration for improvement.
Representation 2 R Jones, East Launceston
Safety concerns over a four-lane highway feeding onto a two-lane bridge.
Need a new wide bridge to cross the river keep the current bridge for the local traffic on either side.
Please see response to Representation 1 regarding the existing bridge, which does not form part of this
current proposal.
Representation 3 Woolcott Surveys obo Holliejett Investments Pty Ltd, owner of 1 Edward Street
and 1-13 Cromwell Street, Perth
The Western Perth Drainage Study 2011 (Bullock Consulting) and the Western Perth Stormwater
Assessment (September 2015, Hydrodynamica) report that in the 1 in 100 year event Edward Street,
Drummond Street and Youl Road flood due to undersized culverts at Edward Street, Youl Road, the culvert
under the rail line (eastern side of Youl Road) and Drummond Street. The modelling of these reports shows
that adjacent private land is inundated in the 1 in 100 year event. Flooding issues and the related concerns
of Councillors were raised in several planning applications.
While the flood study for Sheepwash Creek (Hydrodynamica, July 2016) is referred to in the application
does not form part of the information provided with the application.
The application has not demonstrated that there will not be interference to the natural water course as a
result of the increased discharge from the proposed highway.
The application has not demonstrated that the works will not result in an increase in the extent of flooding
on other land or increase the risk to other structures.
Despite the knowledge of the works necessary to decrease the extent of flooding in the western Perth
area, no works to upgrade these culverts has taken place.
5.6.1, P1.1 No hydrology has been submitted to demonstrate compliance and the Hydrodynamica
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Council engaged Hydrodynamica to undertake the referenced hydrology study and report. Council
therefore owns this report and State Growth did not have permission to lodge the report as part of the
Development Application.
The peak flow at the points the highway crosses Sheepwash Creek has been taken from the Hydrodynamica
study (Hydrodynamica, July 2016). This flow has been used to verify the size of the proposed culverts.
The Hydrodynamica Study (Hydrodynamica, July 2016) also demonstrated that the peak flow in Sheepwash
Creek currently occurs during longer duration events (as expected based on the catchment size and the
effect of McKinnons Dam). The proposed works will provide a swifter route for runoff from the impervious
areas such that runoff from these areas will flow through Sheepwash Creek well before the peak occurs in
Sheepwash Creek. This will then result in (i) a higher total volume of flow down Sheepwash Creek; and (ii)
No increase in peak flow in Sheepwash Creek.
The proposed highway will collect the catchment and divert flows away from the problem flooding area of
Napoleon Street and directly into Sheepwash Creek. This will result in a reduction of nuisance flooding
which currently occurs along Napoleon Street.
The Hydrodynamica Study (July 2016) and the above (as submitted in the drainage report) demonstrate
no increase in flooding.
5.6.1, P1.2 Development subject to medium risk must demonstrate that the risk is mitigated through
to low risk level
The proposed development is low risk within the road corridor and the risk downstream of the
development does not change.
5.6.1, P1.3 (a) works will not unduly interfere with natural water course processes through restriction
or changes to flows
The creek is highly disturbed through Perth; however, provision is made for low flows via a smaller culvert
which will mitigate potential environmental impacts due to piping flows. The seasonal timing and
magnitude of peak and low flows will not be affected by the works although the total volume of flows may
be slightly increased. This is not expected to have adverse environmental effects.
5.6.1, P1.3 (b) Works will note increase extent of flooding or risk to structures
As per (1) above.
5.6.1, P1.3 (d) No specific mitigation works are proposed.
Other than those noted in the submission, no specific mitigation works, are proposed, excepting diversion
of flows currently contributing to Napoleon Street flooding. The highway has been included in
Hydrodynamicas current (ongoing) works on flood mitigation in the area.
The detailed design and construction contract will require the contractor to ensure no increase in peak
flow through the Perth Township along Sheepwash Creek as a consequence of the works.
Representation 4 Dee Alty, Longford resident
Objects to the removal of the local access road from Longford to Perth on the grounds that local
communities will be cut off from one another and local businesses such as the IGA Longford and Service
Tas will lose Perth custom. Further, many older people and those unable to drive will be cut off from
community activities at both ends.
Included questions to the Department of State Growth which had not been properly addressed.
The traffic impact comments raised, have all been addressed at Section 10.5 of the planning submission
and within the submitted Traffic Impact Assessment, which concludes that the proposal is compliant with
Code E4 Road and Railway Assets Code and Code E6 Car Parking and Sustainable Transport Code.
The Departments Traffic Engineering Branch assesses required signage for State Roads and air brake
restriction signs will be installed where appropriate as part of the detailed design phase.
In response to the representors query, Illawarra Main Road and the Longford roundabout is a Category 1
State Road and part of the National Land Transport Network. Illawarra Main Road connects the Midland

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Highway with the Bass Highway and is maintained by the Department of State Growth through the
Departments North-East maintenance contract.
The preliminary design process was informed by active engagement with stakeholders, including briefings
to Councillors and management, meetings with individual landowners, two public display sessions and an
online forum seeking feedback. The proposed design is the balance of addressing comments and concerns
raised through the community engagement process and ensuring the safety and efficiency of the State
road network.
Representation 5 R Bullen, 44 Phillip Street, Perth
Supports the application on the basis that a 20 metre wide landscaping strip is maintained (on private land) and
that the edge of the road reserve is no closer to 44 Phillip Street, than shown on the exhibited plans.
Also supports the application on no link road from the new highway into Illawarra Road.
This representation was not a negative representation to the proposal. The representation specifically
supported the submitted Landscape Concept Design which will provide visual and acoustic screening, the
proposed position of the highway and the proposed no link road from the Western Connection directly
onto the Perth Township side of Illawarra Road.
Representation 6 H Mackinnon, 390 Illawarra Road, Longford
HCM/Mountford Nominees Pty Ltd lose key accesses that must be redesigned and replaced to meet the
ongoing and increasing operational requirements of the farm.
The road is deficient in SISD and dangerous for staff, farm machinery, B Double service vehicles etc. the
GHD TIA does not take into account the safety and growth needs of private rural land accesses; the impact
of daily school bus pull off, turn around and long tern safety aspects at Pateena Road; or any vehicle
turning facility at Pateena Road.
No sound projections have been done to protect the future urban developments from new and increased
vehicle noise and light interference.
Public transport needs are addressed but not private bus and school bus needs and safety.
Paragraph 7.14 of the application gives no consideration to land currently zoned general residential at
North West Perth.
The current vegetation plan is not included in the DA and makes no allowance for the replacement of rural
trees lost, reinstatement of the Heritage Highway landscaping concept, and the vegetation needs of
adjacent rural businesses and land holders.
The Department recognises the importance of access for farm operations and the relocated accesses are
a balance of prioritising the safety of the road and landowner access requirements. Where an existing
access to Illawarra Road was either impractical to reinstate/construct in its current location, or it did not
meet safety requirements, then a new access has been provided at an alternative location. The
Department will continue to work with landowners through the detailed design process to ensure the
balance of safe and efficient access arrangements are met.
The Department confirms that the junction at Pateena Road will meet the required Safe Intersection Sight
Distances for 100 km/h. A complete TIA, as required by E4 Road and Rail Assets Code, forms part of the
submission. The TIA demonstrates compliance with the use standards at Clause E4.6.1 and all relevant
development standards.
The proposal required a noise assessment under the Departments Tasmanian State Road Traffic Noise
Management Guidelines (the Guidelines) and a noise assessment was undertaken in May 2017. The
Guidelines are the noise assessment and mitigation tool used for State roads in Tasmania. Noise levels for
the majority of residences were modelled as decreasing when comparing no build and build scenarios
for the year 2029. Only two dwellings were eligible for mitigation measures, which will be undertaken in
consultation with the landowners.
Additionally, vegetation screening along the Perth Township edge of the highway will provide amenity
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During the pre-lodgement stakeholder engagement process, both the driver of the local school bus route
and the owner of TassieLink were consulted to understand and take into consideration their use of the
Perth local road network.
The representation raises concern that no consideration to the land capability of land currently zoned
General Residential has been given. The zoning of the land is known, understood and considered, including
its confirmation through the Perth Structure Plan.
A landscaping concept design has been submitted as part of the application and includes a 20m wide
native screening zone and road landscaping. The landscaping plan will continue to be developed in
consultation with landowners, stakeholders and Council.
4.6 Referrals
Councils Works Department
Precis: Councils Works Department (Jonathan Galbraith, Works Officer in discussion with Leigh McCullagh,
Works Manager and Cameron Oakley, consultant hydrologist) recommends the following conditions:
All stormwater works shall be carried out in accordance with the GHD Preliminary Design, Drainage Report.
The proposed works must not increase the flooding risk in the Western Perth and Sheepwash Creek area for
rainfall events up to and including the 1 in 100 ARI event.
TasWater
Precis: A TasWater Submission to Planning Authority Notice was issued on 1 August and will be attached to any
permit issued.
Precis: No objection.
TasRail (adjoining landowner)
Precis: The application was referred to TasRail as an adjoining landowner on 17 July and was followed up on the
10th and 14th of August. As of writing a response had not been received.
Minister administering Crown Lands

Precis: Application signed by the Minister delegate.

UTILITIES ZONE
ZONE PURPOSE
To provide land for major utilities installations and corridors.
To provide for other compatible uses where they do not adversely impact on the utility.
Assessment: The proposal is consistent with the zone purpose.
28.3 Use Standards
28.3.1 Capacity of existing utilities
Objective
To ensure that uses do not compromise the capacity of utility services.
A1 If for permitted or no permit P1 The proposal must not unreasonably compromise or reduce the
required uses. operational efficiency of the utility having regard to:
a) existing land use practices; and
b) the location of the use in relation to the utility; and
c) any required buffers or setbacks; and
d) the management of access.
Needs to address performance criteria. The proposal complies.
28.4 Development Standards
28.4.1 Building Design and Siting
Objective
To ensure that the siting and design of development:
a) considers the impacts to adjoining lots; and
b) furthers the local area objectives and desired future character statements for the area, if any.
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A1 Height must not exceed: P1 Height must:
a) 6m; or a) minimise the visual impact having regard to:
b) 15 m for ancillary antenna and i) prevailing character of the landscape or urban pattern of
masts for communication devices. the surrounding area; and
ii) form and materials; and
iii) the contours or slope of the land; and
iv) existing screening or the ability to implement/establish
screening through works or landscaping; and
b) protect the amenity of residential uses in the area from
unreasonable impacts having regard to:
i) the surrounding pattern of development; and
ii) the existing degree of overlooking and overshadowing;
and
iii) methods to reduce visual impact.
NA NA
A2 Buildings must be set back from all P2 Building setbacks must:
boundaries a minimum distance of a) complement existing building setbacks in the immediate area;
3m. and
b) minimise adverse impacts on adjoining land uses having regard
to:
i) the form of the building; and
ii) the contours or slope of the land; and
iii) methods to reduce visual impact; and
c) protect the amenity of adjoining residential uses from
unreasonable impacts of overshadowing and overlooking having
regard to:
i) the surrounding pattern of development; and
ii) the existing degree of overlooking and overshadowing;
and
iii) methods to reduce overlooking and overshadowing.
NA NA
RURAL RESOURCE ZONE

ZONE PURPOSE
To provide for the sustainable use or development of resources for agriculture, aquaculture, forestry, mining and
other primary industries, including opportunities for resource processing.
To provide for other use or development that does not constrain or conflict with resource development uses.
To provide for economic development that is compatible with primary industry, environmental and landscape
values.
To provide for tourism-related use and development where the sustainable development of rural resources will not
be compromised.
Assessment: The proposal is consistent with the zone purpose.

a) Primary Industries:
Resources for primary industries make a significant contribution to the rural economy and primary industry uses
are to be protected for long-term sustainability.
The prime and non-prime agricultural land resource provides for variable and diverse agricultural and primary
industry production which will be protected through individual consideration of the local context.
Processing and services can augment the productivity of primary industries in a locality and are supported where
they are related to primary industry uses and the long-term sustainability of the resource is not unduly
compromised.
b) Tourism
Tourism is an important contributor to the rural economy and can make a significant contribution to the value
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enhancement of tourism facilities with a relationship to primary production is supported where the long-term
sustainability of the resource is not unduly compromised.
The rural zone provides for important regional and local tourist routes and destinations such as through the
promotion of environmental features and values, cultural heritage and landscape. The continued enhancement of
tourism facilities that capitalise on these attributes is supported where the long-term sustainability of primary
industry resources is not unduly compromised.
c) Rural Communities
Services to the rural locality through provision for home-based business can enhance the sustainability of rural
communities. Professional and other business services that meet the needs of rural populations are supported
where they accompany a residential or other established use and are located appropriately in relation to
settlement activity centres and surrounding primary industries such that the integrity of the activity centre is not
undermined and primary industries are not unreasonably confined or restrained.
Assessment: The proposal is does not conflict with the local area objectives.
DESIRED FUTURE CHARACTER STATEMENTS
The visual impacts of use and development within the rural landscape are to be minimised such that the effect is
not obtrusive.
Assessment: The proposed landscaping makes the proposal consistent with the local area objectives.
26.3 Use Standards
26.3.1 Discretionary Uses if not a single dwelling
Objective
a) To provide for an appropriate mix of uses that support the Local Area Objectives and the location of
discretionary uses in the rural resources zone does not unnecessarily compromise the consolidation of
commercial and industrial uses to identified nodes of settlement or purpose built precincts.
b) To protect the long term productive capacity of prime agricultural land by minimising conversion of the
land to non-agricultural uses or uses not dependent on the soil as a growth medium, unless an overriding
benefit to the region can be demonstrated.
c) To minimise the conversion of non-prime land to a non-primary industry use except where that land
cannot be practically utilised for primary industry purposes.
d) Uses are located such that they do not unreasonably confine or restrain the operation of primary industry
uses.
e) Uses are suitable within the context of the locality and do not create an unreasonable adverse impact on
existing sensitive uses or local infrastructure.
f) The visual impacts of use are appropriately managed to integrate with the surrounding rural landscape.
A1 If for permitted or no P1.1 It must be demonstrated that the use is consistent with local area
permit required uses. objectives for the provision of non-primary industry uses in the zone, if
applicable; and
P1.2 Business and professional services and general retail and hire must not
exceed a combined gross floor area of 250m2over the site.
Needs to address the The proposal satisfies the performance criteria.
performance criteria.
A2 If for permitted or no P2.1 Utilities, extractive industries and controlled environment agriculture
permit required uses. located on prime agricultural land must demonstrate that the:
i) amount of land alienated/converted is minimised; and
ii) location is reasonably required for operational efficiency; and
P2.2 Uses other than utilities, extractive industries or controlled environment
agriculture located on prime agricultural land, must demonstrate that
the conversion of prime agricultural land to that use will result in a
significant benefit to the region having regard to the economic, social
and environmental costs and benefits.
Needs to address the NA
A3 If for permitted or no P3 The conversion of non-prime agricultural to non-agricultural use must
permit required uses. demonstrate that:
a) the amount of land converted is minimised having regard to:
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ii) surrounding use and development; and
iii) topographical constraints; or
b) the site is practically incapable of supporting an agricultural use or being
included with other land for agricultural or other primary industry use,
due to factors such as:
i) limitations created by any existing use and/or development
surrounding the site; and
ii) topographical features; and
iii) poor capability of the land for primary industry; or
c) the location of the use on the site is reasonably required for operational
efficiency.
A4 If for permitted or no P4 It must be demonstrated that:
permit required uses. a) emissions are not likely to cause an environmental nuisance; and
b) primary industry uses will not be unreasonably confined or restrained
from conducting normal operations; and
c) the capacity of the local road network can accommodate the traffic
generated by the use.
A5 The use must: P5 It must be demonstrated that the visual appearance of the use is
a) be permitted or no permit consistent with the local area having regard to:
required; or a) the impacts on skylines and ridgelines; and
b) be located in an existing b) visibility from public roads; and
building. c) the visual impacts of storage of materials or equipment; and
d) the visual impacts of vegetation clearance or retention; and
e) the desired future character statements.
26.4.1 Building Location and Appearance
Objective
To ensure that the:
a) ability to conduct extractive industries and resource development will not be constrained by conflict with
sensitive uses; and
b) development of buildings is unobtrusive and complements the character of the landscape.
A1 Building height must not exceed: P1 Building height must:
a) 8m for dwellings; or a) be unobtrusive and complement the character of the
b) 12m for other purposes. surrounding landscape; and
b) protect the amenity of adjoining uses from adverse impacts
as a result of the proposal.
NA NA
A2 Buildings must be set back a minimum P2 Buildings must be setback so that the use is not likely to
of: constrain adjoining primary industry operations having
a) 50m where a non-sensitive use or regard to:
extension to existing sensitive use a) the topography of the land; and
buildings is proposed; or b) buffers created by natural or other features; and
b) 200m where a sensitive use is c) the location of development on adjoining lots; and
proposed; or d) the nature of existing and potential adjoining uses; and
c) the same as existing for replacement of e) the ability to accommodate a lesser setback to the road
an existing dwelling. having regard to:
i) the design of the development and landscaping; and
ii) the potential for future upgrading of the road; and
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iv) appropriate noise attenuation.
NA NA
GENERAL RESIDENTIAL ZONE

ZONE PURPOSE
To provide for residential use or development that accommodates a range of dwelling types at suburban densities,
where full infrastructure services are available or can be provided.
To provide for compatible non-residential uses that primarily serve the local community.
Non-residential uses are not to be at a level that distorts the primacy of residential uses within the zones, or
adversely affect residential amenity through noise, activity outside of business hours traffic generation and
movement or other off-site impacts.
To encourage residential development that respects the neighbourhood character and provides a high standard of
residential amenity.
Assessment: The proposal does not conflict with the zone purpose.

To consolidate growth within the existing urban land use framework of the towns and villages.
To manage development in the General residential zone as part of or context to the Heritage Precincts in the towns
and villages.
To ensure developments within street reservations contribute positively to the Heritage Precincts in each
settlement.
Assessment: The proposal does not conflict with the local area objectives.
10.3 Use Standards
10.3.1 Amenity
Objective
To ensure that non-residential uses do not cause an unreasonable loss of amenity to adjoining and nearby
residential uses.
A1 If for permitted or no permit required P1 The use must not cause or be likely to cause an environmental
uses. nuisance through emissions including noise and traffic
movement, smoke, odour, dust and illumination.
Needs to address the performance criteria. The applicants noise report, and Councils independent review of it,
demonstrates that the proposal is unlikely to cause an environmental
nuisance. The proposal satisfies the performance criteria.
A2 Commercial vehicles for discretionary P2 Commercial vehicle movements for discretionary uses must
uses must only operate between not unreasonably impact on the amenity of occupants of
7.00am and 7.00pm Monday to adjoining and nearby dwellings.
Friday and 8.00am to 6.00pm
Saturday and Sunday.
NA NA
A3 If for permitted or no permit required P3 External lighting must demonstrate that:
uses. a) floodlighting or security lights used on the site will not
unreasonably impact on the amenity of adjoining land; and
b) all direct light will be contained within the boundaries of the
site.
Needs to address the performance criteria. Streetlighting will be contained within the boundaries of the site. The
proposal satisfies the performance criteria.
10.3.2 Residential Character Discretionary Uses
Objective
To ensure that discretionary uses support:
a) the visual character of the area; and
b) the local area objectives, if any.
A1 Commercial vehicles for discretionary uses must be parked P1 No performance criteria.
within the boundary of the property.
NA NA
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A2 Goods or material storage for discretionary uses must not be P2 No performance criteria.
stored outside in locations visible from adjacent properties,
the road or public land.
Complies NA
A3 Waste material storage for discretionaryusesmust: P3 No performance criteria.
a) not be visible from the road to which the lot has frontage; and
b) use self-contained receptacles designed to ensure waste does
not escape to the environment.
Complies NA
10.4.14 Non Residential Development
Objective
To ensure that all non-residential development undertaken in the Residential Zone is sympathetic to the form and
scale of residential development and does not affect the amenity of nearby residential properties.
A1 If for permitted or no permit P1 Development must be designed to protect the amenity of surrounding
required uses. residential uses and must have regard to:
a) the setback of the building to the boundaries to prevent
unreasonable impacts on the amenity, solar access and privacy
of habitable room windows and private open space of
adjoining dwellings; and
b) the setback of the building to a road frontage and if the
distance is appropriate to the location and the character of the
area, the efficient use of the site, the safe and efficient use of
the road and the amenity of residents; and:
c) the height of development having regard to:
i) the effect of the slope of the site on the height of the
building; and
ii) the relationship between the proposed building height
and the height of existing adjacent and buildings; and
iii) the visual impact of the building when viewed from the
road and from adjoining properties; and
iv) the degree of overshadowing and overlooking of
adjoining properties; and
d) the level and effectiveness of physical screening by fences or
vegetation; and
e) the location and impacts of traffic circulation and parking and
the need to locate parking away from residential boundaries;
and
f) the location and impacts of illumination of the site; and
g) passive surveillance of the site; and
h) landscaping to integrate development with the streetscape.
Needs to address the performance The proposal requires acquisition of approximately 1.6 ha of land zoned
criteria. General Residential, to the west of Napoleon Street. While the land is zoned
residential, it is currently used for rural purposes. As such, the proposal
satisfies the performance criteria.
CODES
E1.0 BUSHFIRE PRONE AREAS CODE NA
E2.0 POTENTIALLY CONTAMINATED LAND NA
E3.0 LANDSLIP CODE NA
E4.0 ROAD AND RAILWAY ASSETS CODE See code assessment below.
E.5.0 FLOOD PRONE AREAS CODE See code assessment below.
E6.0 CAR PARKING AND SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORT CODE See code assessment below.
E7.0 SCENIC MANAGEMENT CODE See code assessment below.
E8.0 BIODIVERSITY CODE See code assessment below.
E9.0 WATER QUALITY CODE See code assessment below.

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E10.0 RECREATION AND OPEN SPACE CODE NA
E11.0 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS & ATTENUATION CODE NA
E12.0 AIRPORTS IMPACT MANAGEMENT CODE NA
E13.0 LOCAL HISTORIC HERITAGE CODE NA
E14.0 COASTAL CODE NA
E15.0 SIGNS CODE NA

ROAD AND RAILWAY ASSETS CODE
E4.6 Use Standards
E4.6.1 Use and road or rail infrastructure
Objective
To ensure that the safety and efficiency of road and rail infrastructure is not reduced by the creation of new
accesses and junctions or increased use of existing accesses and junctions.
A1 Sensitive use on or within 50m of a category 1 P1 Sensitive use on or within 50m of a category 1 or 2
or 2 road, in an area subject to a speed limit of road, in an area subject to a speed limit of more
more than 60km/h, a railway or future road or than 60km/h, a railway or future road or railway
railway must not result in an increase to the must demonstrate that the safe and efficient
annual average daily traffic (AADT) operation of the infrastructure will not be
movements to or from the site by more than detrimentally affected.
10%.
NA does not propose a sensitive use. NA
A2 For roads with a speed limit of 60km/h or less P2 For roads with a speed limit of 60km/h or less, the
the use must not generate more than a total level of use, number, location, layout and design of
of 40 vehicle entry and exit movements per accesses and junctions must maintain an acceptable
day level of safety for all road users, including
pedestrians and cyclists.
NA NA
A3 For roads with a speed limit of more than P3 For limited access roads and roads with a speed limit
60km/h the use must not increase the annual of more than 60km/h:
average daily traffic (AADT) movements at the a) access to a category 1 road or limited access road
existing access or junction by more than 10%. must only be via an existing access or junction or the
use or development must provide a significant social
and economic benefit to the State or region; and
b) any increase in use of an existing access or junction
or development of a new access or junction to a
limited access road or a category 1, 2 or 3 road must
be for a use that is dependent on the site for its
unique resources, characteristics or locational
attributes and an alternate site or access to a
category 4 or 5 road is not practicable; and
c) an access or junction which is increased in use or is a
new access or junction must be designed and
located to maintain an adequate level of safety and
efficiency for all road users.
Complies does not increase the traffic movements NA
at existing accesses or junctions.
E4.7.1 Development on and adjacent to Existing and Future Arterial Roads and Railways
Objective
To ensure that development on or adjacent to category 1 or 2 roads (outside 60km/h), railways and future roads
and railways is managed to:
a) ensure the safe and efficient operation of roads and railways; and
b) allow for future road and rail widening, realignment and upgrading; and
avoid undesirable interaction between roads and railways and other use or development.
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A1 The following must be at least 50m from P1 Development including buildings, road works, earthworks,
a railway, a future road or railway, and a landscaping works and level crossings on or within 50m of
category 1 or 2 road in an area subject to a category 1 or 2 road, in an area subject to a speed limit
a speed limit of more than 60km/h: of more than 60km/h, a railway or future road or railway
must be sited, designed and landscaped to:
a) new road works, buildings, additions and a) maintain or improve the safety and efficiency of the road
extensions, earthworks and landscaping or railway or future road or railway, including line of sight
works; and from trains; and
b) building envelopes on new lots; and b) mitigate significant transport-related environmental
c) outdoor sitting, entertainment and impacts, including noise, air pollution and vibrations in
childrens play areas accordance with a report from a suitably qualified person;
and
c) ensure that additions or extensions of buildings will not
reduce the existing setback to the road, railway or future
road or railway; and
d) ensure that temporary buildings and works are removed
at the applicants expense within three years or as
otherwise agreed by the road or rail authority.
Roadworks and landscaping within 50m of a The applicant has provided a Traffic Impact Assessment which
category 1 road. Needs to address the demonstrates that the Perth Link Roads will improve the safety
performance criteria. and efficiency of the Midland Highway. The proposal would
improve rail safety as there would be less traffic using the existing
rail level crossings in Perth. The proposal provides for grade
separation of the rail line from the new highway. The applicant
provided a noise assessment report which the Council had
independently reviewed and its findings were supported. This
identified two houses as being eligible for consideration of noise
mitigation measures.
E4.7.2 Management of Road Accesses and Junctions
Objective
To ensure that the safety and efficiency of roads is not reduced by the creation of new accesses and junctions or
increased use of existing accesses and junctions.
A1 For roads with a speed limit of 60km/h P1 For roads with a speed limit of 60km/h or less, the
or less the development must include number, location, layout and design of accesses and
only one access providing both entry and junctions must maintain an acceptable level of safety for
exit, or two accesses providing separate all road users, including pedestrians and cyclists.
entry and exit.
NA NA
A2 For roads with a speed limit of more P2 For limited access roads and roads with a speed limit of
than 60km/h the development must not more than 60km/h:
include a new access or junction. a) access to a category 1 road or limited access road must
only be via an existing access or junction or the
development must provide a significant social and
economic benefit to the State or region; and
b) any increase in use of an existing access or junction or
development of a new access or junction to a limited
access road or a category 1, 2 or 3 road must be
dependent on the site for its unique resources,
characteristics or locational attributes and an alternate
site or access to a category 4 or 5 road is not practicable;
and
c) an access or junction which is increased in use or is a new
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maintain an adequate level of safety and efficiency for all
road users.
New accesses and junctions proposed. The application included a Traffic Impact Assessment which demonstrates
compliance as follows:
Rationalisation of entry and exit onto the proposed highway is required to provide safe access for neighbouring
properties including the Perth residential area and local businesses while meeting the desired safety and efficiency
outcomes of the upgrade. The proposal will provide for significant social and economic benefit to the State and
region by providing for a state highway that complies with the safety requirements for a national highway.
The proposed highway includes junction to provide safe access to the local roads and highway. The proposal is not
anticipated to increase the use of the existing access or junctions proposed to be upgraded.
The road has been designed to meet the AusRAP system with a minimum 3 star rating. This represents and
improvement to the existing road safety environment. The modifications to the road network will improve
transport efficiency by providing improved highway grades and junction details.
E4.7.3 Management of Rail Level Crossings
Objective
To ensure that the safety and the efficiency of a railway is not unreasonably reduced by access across the railway.
A1 Where land has access across a railway: P1 Where land has access across a railway:
a) development does not include a level a) the number, location, layout and design of level crossings
crossing; or maintain or improve the safety and efficiency of the
b) development does not result in a railway; and
material change onto an existing level b) the proposal is dependent upon the site due to unique
crossing. resources, characteristics or location attributes and the
use or development will have social and economic
benefits that are of State or regional significance; or
c) it is uneconomic to relocate an existing use to a site that
does not require a level crossing; and
d) an alternative access or junction is not practicable.
Complies. NA
E4.7.4 Sight Distance at Accesses, Junctions and Level Crossings
Objective
To ensure that use and development involving or adjacent to accesses, junctions and level crossings allows
sufficient sight distance between vehicles and between vehicles and trains to enable safe movement of traffic.
A1 Sight distances at P1 The design, layout and location of an
a) an access or junction must comply with the Safe access, junction or rail level crossing
Intersection Sight Distance shown in Table E4.7.4; and must provide adequate sight distances to
b) rail level crossings must comply with AS1742.7 Manual of ensure the safe movement of vehicles.
uniform traffic control devices - Railway crossings,
Standards Association of Australia; or
c) If the access is a temporary access, the written consent of
the relevant authority has been obtained.
Figure E4.7.4 Sight Lines for Accesses and Junctions

X is the distance of the driver from the conflict point.
For category 1, 2 and 3 roads X = 7m minimum and for other roads X = 5m minimum.

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Table E4.7.4 Safe Intersection Sight Distance (SISD)
Vehicle Speed Safe Intersection Sight Distance (SISD)metres, for speed limit of:
km/h 60 km/h or less Greater than 60 km/h
50 80 90
60 105 115
70 130 140
80 165 175
90 210
100 250
110 290
The traffic impact assessment finds that the following sight distances can be achieved:
Road Design Speed (km/hr) Minimum SSID achieved
Einoder Access (Eskleigh Road 60 123
TasWater Reservoir Access (highway) 110 400
Mountford Access (Illawarra Road) 100 262
Of these, the Mountford Access will require removal of vegetation to achieve this sight distance. This
is to be a condition of approval.
FLOOD PRONE AREAS CODE
E5.1 Purpose of the Code
E5.1.1 The purpose of this provision is to:
a) ensure that use or development subject to risk from flooding is appropriately located and that
adequate measures are taken to protect human life and property and to prevent adverse effects
on the environment.
b) determine the potential impacts of flooding through the assessment of risk in accordance with
the Australian Standard.
E5.2 Application of this Code
E5.2.1 This code applies to use or development of land:
a) mapped as flood risk on the planning scheme maps; or
b) even if not mapped under subparagraph (a) if it is:
i) potentially subject to flooding at a 1% annual exceedance probability; or
ii) less than the height indicated on the coastal inundation risk height map; or
iii) identified in a report prepared by a suitably qualified person in accordance with the
development application which is lodged or required in response to a request under
Section 54 of the Act as actually or potentially subject to flooding at a 1% annual
exceedance probability.
E5.3 Definition of Terms
Flooding means the situation that results when land that is usually
dry is covered with water as a result of watercourses
overflowing, significant overland flows or water flowing
into land associated with a rising tide and/or storms, and
may include a combination of these factors.
1% Annual Exceedance means the level which has a 1% probability of being
Probability(AEP) Flood Level exceeded in any year.
E5.4 Use or Development Exempt from this Code
E5.4.1 The following use or development is exempt from this code:
a) use and development for agriculture (not including development for dairies and controlled
environment agriculture) and agricultural infrastructure such as farm tracks, culverts and the
like.
b) use and development for Forestry.
c) extensions to existing development where floor area does not increase by more than 10% over
the floor area which existed as at the effective date.
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The proposal will cross Sheepwash Creek in the areas indicated below. It is these sections of the
proposal that are subject to the Flood Prone Areas Code.
E5.5 Use Standards

E5.5.1 Use and flooding
Objective
To ensure that use does not compromise risk to human life, and that property and environmental risks are
responsibly managed.

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A1 The use must not include habitable rooms. P1 Use including habitable rooms subject to flooding must
demonstrate that the risk to life and property is
mitigated to a low risk level in accordance with the risk
assessment in E5.7.
Complies. NA
A2 Use must not be located in an area subject P2 Use must demonstrate that the risk to life, property and
to a medium or high risk in accorance with the environment will be mitigated to a low risk level in
the risk assesment in E5.7. accordance with the risk assessment in E5.7.
The road passes over Sheepwash Creek in the areas indicated above. While Sheepwash Creek is subject to a
Moderate likelihood of flooding (1:25 Annual Exceedance Probability), the road will be built above the 1:100 AEP,
meaning that the use has a low risk.
E5.6.1 Flooding and Coastal Inundation
Objective
To protect human life, property and the environment by avoiding areas subject to flooding where practicable or
mitigating the adverse impacts of inundation such that risk is reduced to a low level.
P1.1 It must be demonstrated that development:
a) where direct access to the water is not necessary to the function of the
use, is located where it is subject to a low risk, in accordance with the
risk assessment in E5.7 a); or
b) where direct access to the water is necessary to the function of the use,
that the risk to life, property and the environment is mitigated to a
medium risk level in accordance with the risk assessment in E5.7.
Needs to address the performance The road passes over Sheepwash Creek in the areas indicated above.
criteria. While Sheepwash Creek is subject to a Moderate likelihood of flooding
(1:25 Annual Exceedance Probability), the road will be built above the
1:100 AEP, meaning that the use has a low risk.
A1 No acceptable solution. P1.2 Development subject to medium risk in accordance with the risk
assessment in E5.7 must demonstrate that the risk to life, property and
the environment is mitigated through structural methods or site works
to a low risk level in accordance with the risk assessment in E5.7.
Needs to address the performance NA
criteria.
A1 No acceptable solution. P1.3 Where mitigation of flood impacts is proposed or required, the
application must demonstrate that:
a) the works will not unduly interfere with natural coastal or water course
processes through restriction or changes to flow; and
b) the works will not result in an increase in the extent of flooding on
other land or increase the risk to other structures;
c) inundation will not result in pollution of the watercourse or coast
through appropriate location of effluent disposal or the storage of
materials; and
d) where mitigation works are proposed to be carried out outside the
boundaries of the site, such works are part of an approved hazard
reduction plan covering the area in which the works are proposed.
Needs to address the performance The road has been designed to be above the 1:100 flood level. The mitigation
criteria. of the flood risk satisfies P1.3 as indicated in the applicants drainage report as
follows:
Directing the additional catchment directly to Sheepwash Creek is likely to
provide a peak flow from the western catchment prior to the peak occurring
due to the larger Sheepwash Creek catchment. While the early peak may be
increased, the latter larger peak will likely remain the same or be slightly
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The drainage report finds that culverts of at least 3.6m span x 2.4m height are
required to convey the 1:100 flood flows. 3.6m x 3.6m culverts are proposed.
Drainage Paths Perth Link Roads (Source: GHD Perth Link Roads Preliminary Drainage Design June
2017)
E5.7 Risk Assessment

(a) Where an assessment of risk under the risk assessment table for a use or development is
required, it is to be classified through the determination of consequence contained in the criteria
in b) together with the likelihood of flood occurrence contained in c).
Table E5.1 AS/NZS 4360:2004 Risk Consequence and Likelihood Matrix Table
Likelihood Consequences
Catastrophic Major Moderate Minor Insignificant
Moderate High High High Medium Low
Unlikely High Medium Medium Low Low
Rare High Medium Medium Low Low
b) Consequence Criteria
Catastrophic Loss of life, loss of significant environmental values due to a pollution event where
there is not likely to be recovery in the foreseeable future.
Major Extensive injuries, complete structural failure of development, destruction of
significant property and infrastructure, significant environmental damage
requiring remediation with a long-term recovery time.
Moderate Treatment required, significant building or infrastructure damage i.e. loss of
minor outbuildings such as car ports, public park shelters and the like.
Replacement of significant property components such as cladding, flooring,
linings, hard paved surfaces. Moderate environmental damage with a short-term
natural or remedial recovery time.
Minor Medium loss seepage, replacement of floor/window coverings, some furniture,
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of building components of buildings where direct access to the water is required.
Minor environmental damage easily remediated.
Insignificant No injury, low loss cleaning but no replacement of habitable building
components, some repair of garden beds, gravel driveways etc. Environment can
naturally withstand and recover without remediation.
Inundation of the site, but ground based access is still readily available and habitable buildings
are not inundated, including incorporated garages.
c) Likelihood Annual Exceedance Probability
1:25 (4%) Moderate
1:50 (2%) Unlikely
1:100 (1%) Rare

CAR PARKING & SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORT CODE
E6.6 Use Standards
Objective: To ensure that an appropriate level of car parking is provided to service use.
A1 The number of car parking P1 The number of car parking spaces provided must have regard to:
spaces must not be less a) the provisions of any relevant location specific car parking plan; and
than the requirements of: b) the availability of public car parking spaces within reasonable walking
a) Table E6.1; or distance; and
b) a parking precinct plan c) any reduction in demand due to sharing of spaces by multiple uses
contained in Table E6.6: either because of variations in peak demand or by efficiencies gained
Precinct Parking Plans by consolidation; and
(except for dwellings in d) the availability and frequency of public transport within reasonable
the General Residential walking distance of the site; and
Zone). e) site constraints such as existing buildings, slope, drainage, vegetation
and landscaping; and
f) the availability, accessibility and safety of on-road parking, having
regard to the nature of the roads, traffic management and other uses
in the vicinity; and
h) the effect on streetscape, amenity and vehicle, pedestrian and cycle
safety and convenience; and
i) the recommendations of a traffic impact assessment prepared for the
proposal; and
k) for residential buildings and multiple dwellings, whether parking is
adequate to meet the needs of the residents having regard to:
Comment: There is no car parking requirement set for utilities. The proposal does not require parking.
Vehicle Bicycle
Utilities No requirement set No requirement set.

Objective: To encourage cycling as a mode of transport within areas subject to urban speed zones by ensuring
safe, secure and convenient parking for bicycles.
storage spaces must be provided either on spaces must be provided having regard to the:

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the site or within 50m of the site in a) likely number and type of users of the site and their
accordance with the requirements of Table opportunities and likely preference for bicycle
E6.1; or travel; and
contained in Table E6.6: Precinct Parking c) availability and accessibility of existing and planned
Plans. parking facilities for bicycles in the vicinity.
Comment: There is no bicycle parking requirement set for utilities. The proposal does not require bicycle parking.
Objective: To ensure that taxis can adequately access developments.
provided for every 50 car spaces required by Table E6.1 or
part thereof (except for dwellings in the General Residential
Zone).
Comment: The proposal does not require taxi spaces.

Objective: To ensure that motorbikes are adequately provided for in parking considerations.
A1 One motorbike parking space must be provided for each 20 P1 No performance criteria.
car spaces required by Table E6.1 or part thereof.
Comment: The proposal does not require motorbike parking.

SCENIC MANAGEMENT CODE
The scenic management code applies to the areas circled red: (Source: Development Application
Supporting Report June 2017)

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E7.6.1 Scenic Management Tourist Road Corridor
Objective
(a) To enhance the visual amenity of the identified tourist road corridors through appropriate:
i) setbacks of development to the road to provide for views that are significant to the traveller
experience and to mitigate the bulk of development; and
ii) location of development to avoid obtrusive visual impacts on skylines, ridgelines and prominent
locations within the corridor; and
iii) design and/or treatment of the form of buildings and earthworks to minimise the visual impact of
development in its surroundings; and
iv) retention or establishment of vegetation (native or exotic) that mitigates the bulk or form of use or
development; and
v) retention of vegetation (native or exotic) that provides amenity value to the road corridor due to
being in a natural condition, such as native forest, or of cultural landscape interest such as
hedgerows and significant, exotic feature trees; and
(b) To ensure subdivision provides for a pattern of development that is consistent with the visual amenity
objectives described in (a).
A1 Development (not including P1 Development (not including subdivision) must be screened when
subdivision) must be fully screened viewed from the road within the tourist road corridor having
by existing vegetation or other regard to:
features when viewed from the a) the impact on skylines, ridgelines and prominent locations; and
road within the tourist road b) the proximity to the road and the impact on views from the
corridor. road; and
c) the need for the development to be prominent to the road; and
d) the specific requirements of a resource development use; and
e) the retention or establishment of vegetation to provide
screening in combination with other requirements for hazard
management; and
f) whether existing native or significant exotic vegetation within
the tourist road corridor is managed to retain the visual values of
a touring route; and
g) whether development for forestry or plantation forestry is in
accordance with the Conservation of Natural and Cultural
Values Landscape section of the Forest Practices Code; and
h) the design and/or treatment of development including:
i) the bulk and form of buildings including materials and
finishes;
ii) earthworks for cut or fill;
iii) complementing the physical (built or natural)
characteristics of the site.
Needs to address the performance The development will be within the tourist road corridor at the
criteria. northern entrance to Perth and where it crosses Illawarra Road.
The application proposes to plant the road corridor with a mixture of
native grasses/sedges and shrubs towards the boundary with a mature
height of up to 1m.
This is consistent with the scenic management code given that the
scenic management corridor is measured from the frontage with the
road, and seeks to protect views from the road.

BIODIVERSITY CODE
E8.6.1 Habitat and Vegetation Management
Objective
To ensure that:
a) vegetation identified as having conservation value as habitat has priority for protection and is
appropriately managed to protect those values; and
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b) the representation and connectivity of vegetation communities is given appropriate protection when
considering the impacts of use and development.
A1.1 Clearance or disturbance of P1 Clearance or disturbance of native vegetation within priority
priority habitat is in accordance habitat may be allowed where a flora and fauna report prepared
with a certified Forest Practices by a suitably qualified person demonstrates that development
Plan or; does not unduly compromise the representation of species or
A1.2 Development does not clear or vegetation communities in the bioregion having regard to the:
disturb native vegetation within a) quality and extent of the vegetation or habitat affected by the
areas identified as priority habitat. proposal, including the maintenance of species diversity and its
value as a wildlife corridor; and
b) means of removal; and
c) value of riparian vegetation in protecting habitat values; and
d) impacts of siting of development (including effluent disposal)
and vegetation clearance or excavations, in proximity to habitat
or vegetation; and
e) need for and adequacy of proposed vegetation or habitat
management; and
f) conservation outcomes and long-term security of any offset in
accordance with the General Offset Principles for the RMPS,
Department of Primary Industries, Parks, Water and
Environment.
Complies does not propose clearance Complies does not propose clearance or disturbance of priority
or disturbance of priority habitat. habitat.
A2 Clearance or disturbance of native P2 Clearance or disturbance of native vegetation must be
vegetation is in accordance with a consistent with the purpose of this Code and not unduly
certified Forest Practices Plan. compromise the representation of species or vegetation
communities of significance in the bioregion having regard to
the:
a) quality and extent of the vegetation or habitat affected by the
proposal, including the maintenance of species diversity and
its value as a wildlife corridor; and
b) means of removal; and
c) value of riparian vegetation in protecting habitat values; and
d) impacts of siting of development (including effluent disposal)
and vegetation clearance or excavations, in proximity to
habitat or vegetation; and
e) need for and adequacy of proposed vegetation or habitat
management; and
f) conservation outcomes and long-term security of any offset in
accordance with the General Offset Principles for the RMPS,
Department of Primary Industries, Parks, Water and
Environment.
Needs to address the performance The applicant provided an assessment from an environmental
criteria. consultant that found that:
Amphibromus simautus (lax swampgrass) was recorded from the small
dam between the railway line and Illawarra Road This species is not
reported frequently in Tasmania and is considered of some local
significance. If the dam can be maintained undisturbed, the population
is likely to persist. (Sheet 0034 shows the dam to remain.)
Arthropodium strictum (chocolate lily) and Caesia calliantha (blue
grasslily) are localised to the better condition grassy forested ridge
south of the reservoir. A permit (under the Tasmanian Threatened
Species Act 1995) may be required to disturb these species but no
special management prescriptions are recommended (i.e. their
presence should not constrain project design in any manner).

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Haloragis heterophylla (variable raspwort) is found in a small patch in
a roadside drain on the northern side of Illawarra Road and is
impractical to avoid.
With regard to the purpose of the Code, the Environmental report

found that the project area is within a highly modified landscape and
no priority vegetation communities have been identified. There will be
minimal clearing of native vegetation as the works will be largely in
agricultural land, meaning that the formal offsetting for vegetation is
not likely to be warranted.
The proposal satisfies the performance criteria.

WATER QUALITY CODE
E9.6.1 Development and Construction Practices and Riparian Vegetation
Objective
To protect the hydrological and biological roles of wetlands and watercourses from the effects of development.
A1 Native vegetation is retained within: P1 Native vegetation removal must submit a soil and
a) 40m of a wetland, watercourse or mean high water management plan to demonstrate:
water mark; and a) revegetation and weed control of areas of bare soil;
b) a Ben Lomond Water catchment area - inner and
buffer. b) the management of runoff so that impacts from
storm events up to at least the 1 in 5 year storm are
not increased; and
c) that disturbance to vegetation and the ecological
values of riparian vegetation will not detrimentally
affect hydrological features and functions.
Needs to address the performance criteria. A condition requiring a soil and water management plan is
recommended.
A2 A wetland must not be filled, drained, piped or P2 No performance criteria.
channelled.
Complies. NA
A3 A watercourse must not be filled, piped or P3 A watercourse may be filled, piped, or channelled:
channelled except to provide a culvert for access a) within an urban environment for the extension of
purposes. an existing reticulated stormwater network; or
b) for the construction of a new road where retention
of the watercourse is not feasible.
Needs to address the performance criteria. It is proposed to channel Sheepwash Creek via 3.6 x 3.6m
culverts and 1.5m x 1.2m culverts for frog connectivity as
per State Growths Green and Gold Frog Guidelines. The
applicant advises that the cost of bridges to allow
retention of the watercourse is not feasible given the
generally low flow nature of the creek.
E9.6.2 Water Quality Management
Objective
To maintain water quality at a level which will not affect aquatic habitats, recreational assets, or sources of supply
for domestic, industrial and agricultural uses.
A1 All stormwater must be: P1 No performance criteria.
a) connected to a reticulated stormwater
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b) where ground surface runoff is collected,
diverted through a sediment and grease
trap or artificial wetlands prior to being
discharged into a natural wetland or
watercourse; or
c) diverted to an on-site system that contains
stormwater within the site.
Complies. Stormwater runoff will be controlled NA
using a system of vegetated table drains and
concrete culverts. These will discharge to grassed
buffer zones and existing drainage lines, outside
Perths existing reticulated stormwater system.
A2.1 No new point source discharge directly P2.1 New and existing point source discharges to wetlands or
into a wetland or watercourse. watercourses must implement appropriate methods of
A2.2 For existing point source discharges into a treatment or management to ensure point sources of
wetland or watercourse there is to be no discharge:
more than 10% increase over the discharge a) do not give rise to pollution as defined under the
which existed at the effective date. Environmental Management and Pollution Control Act
1994; and
b) are reduced to the maximum extent that is reasonable and
practical having regard to:
i) best practice environmental management; and
ii) accepted modern technology; and
c) meet emission limit guidelines from the Board of
Environmental Management and Pollution Control in
accordance with the State Policy for Water Quality
Management 1997.
P2.2 Where it is proposed to discharge pollutants into a
wetland or watercourse, the application must
demonstrate that it is not practicable to recycle or reuse
the material.
Needs to address the performance criteria. Sediments and pollutants will be directed to vegetated table
drains and concrete culverts, discharging to grassed buffer zones
where possible.
E9.6.3 Construction of Roads
Objective
To ensure that roads, private roads or private tracks do not result in erosion, siltation or affect water quality.
A1 No acceptable solution. P1 Road and private tracks constructed within 50m of a wetland or
watercourse must comply with the requirements of the Wetlands and
Waterways Works Manual, particularly the guidelines for siting and
designing stream crossings.
Needs to address the performance The Manual requires for the siting and design of stream crossings:
criteria. Explore alternatives to the construction of new crossings. Use existing crossings
wherever possible.
When selecting structure type, use the following order of preference to
minimise environmental impacts bridge, arch culvert, open bottom box
culvert, closed bottom box culvert, pipe culvert.
Maintain the natural flow regime by avoiding or minimising changes to
channel form and flow volume.
Avoid perched culverts which have an outlet of more than 10cm above the
level of the downstream waters.
The applicant notes that the culvert structure type has been designed to have
regard to the fauna values of the area in particular State Growths Green and
Gold Frog Management Guidelines 2015. The construction works will be
undertaken in accordance with a CEMP which will include sedimentation and

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erosion control measures to ensure that adequate controls such as sediment
traps are incorporated to minimise the disturbance to the existing water
courses.
SPECIFIC AREA PLANS

F1.0 TRANSLINK SPECIFIC AREA PLAN NA
F2.0 HERITAGE PRECINCTS SPECIFIC AREA PLAN NA
SPECIAL PROVISIONS
9.1 Changes to an Existing Non-conforming Use NA
9.2 Development for Existing Discretionary Uses NA
9.3 Adjustment of a Boundary NA
9.4 Demolition NA
9.5 Subdivision NA
STATE POLICIES


Statutory Planning
6 OPTIONS
7 DISCUSSION
Conditions that relate to any aspect of the application can be placed on a permit.
Discretion to refuse the application is limited to development and use:

of a new road in the Rural Resource and General Residential zones;
of new accesses and junctions;
of land subject to flooding at a 1% AEP;
of land within the tourist road corridor;
that involves the removal of native vegetation;
of land within 50m of a watercourse.
These matters are discussed below:
a new road in the Rural Resource and General Residential zones;

Section 4.7 above assesses the proposal against the provisions of the Rural Resource zone and General
Residential zone. It finds that the proposal satisfies the relevant provisions of those zones.
new accesses and junctions;

the proposed new accesses and junctions are found to meet the requirements of the scheme, with the
Mountford access requiring removal of vegetation to satisfy sight distances before the use

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commences.
As a result of representation, and by agreement with State Growth, sheet 0032 must be amended so
that the Kelly & Einoder Access shown on that plan becomes a continuous easement road to the Kelly
farm gate, with a T-junction to Glen Ireh.
land subject to flooding at a 1% AEP;

the proposal is subject to the Flood Prone Areas code where it crosses Sheepwash Creek. The road has
been designed to be above the 1:100 flood level. The culverts have been sized to convey the 1:100
flood flows.
Representation has raised concern about the highway increasing flooding downstream.
As noted in State Growths response to this representation:
The Hydrodynamica Study (Hydrodynamica, July 2016) demonstrated that the peak flow in Sheepwash
Creek currently occurs during longer duration events (as expected based on the catchment size and the
effect of McKinnons Dam). The proposed works will provide a swifter route for runoff from the impervious
areas such that runoff from these areas will flow through Sheepwash Creek well before the peak occurs in
Sheepwash Creek. This will then result in (i) a higher total volume of flow down Sheepwash Creek; and (ii)
No increase in peak flow in Sheepwash Creek.
The proposed highway will collect the catchment and divert flows away from the problem flooding area of
Napoleon Street and directly into Sheepwash Creek. This will result in a reduction of nuisance flooding
which currently occurs along Napoleon Street.
To reinforce this, the following condition is recommended:
Drainage design must achieve post-development peak flows in Sheepwash Creek no greater than those of
the pre-development state based upon the design principles of 1:100 ARI and Storm duration for the
catchment.
land within the tourist road corridor;

The development will be within the tourist road corridor at the northern entrance to Perth and where
it crosses Illawarra Road.
The application proposes to plant the road corridor with a mixture of native grasses/sedges and shrubs
towards the boundary with a mature height of up to 1m.
This is consistent with the scenic management code given that the scenic management corridor is
measured from the frontage with the road, and seeks to protect views from the road.
Removal of native vegetation

The applicant provided an assessment from an environmental consultant that found that:
Amphibromus simautus (lax swampgrass) was recorded from the small dam between the railway line and
Illawarra Road This species is not reported frequently in Tasmania and is considered of some local
significance. If the dam can be maintained undisturbed, the population is likely to persist. (Sheet 0034
shows the dam to remain.)
Arthropodium strictum (chocolate lily) and Caesia calliantha (blue grasslily) are localised to the better
condition grassy forested ridge south of the reservoir. A permit (under the Tasmanian Threatened Species
Act 1995) may be required to disturb these species but no special management prescriptions are
recommended (i.e. their presence should not constrain project design in any manner).
Haloragis heterophylla (variable raspwort) is found in a small patch in a roadside drain on the northern
side of Illawarra Road and is impractical to avoid.
With regard to the purpose of the Code, the Environmental report found that the project area is within
a highly modified landscape and no priority vegetation communities have been identified. There will
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be minimal clearing of native vegetation as the works will be largely in agricultural land, meaning that
the formal offsetting for vegetation is not likely to be warranted.
land within 50m of a watercourse.

The construction works will be undertaken in accordance with a CEMP which will include
sedimentation and erosion control measures to ensure that adequate controls such as sediment traps
are incorporated to minimise the disturbance to the existing water courses. The following condition is
recommended:
Before the development commences, a soil and water management plan must be submitted
demonstrating:
a) revegetation and weed control of areas of bare soil; and
b) the management of runoff so that impacts from storm events up to at least the 1 in 5 year storm
are not increased; and
c) that disturbance to vegetation and the ecological values of riparian vegetation will not
detrimentally affect hydrological features and functions
Other Matters:
Landscaping
The application includes a concept landscaping design which shows:
o The road corridor to be planted with a mixture of native grasses and sedges with shrubs up to
1m high towards the boundary.
o A 20m wide strip planted with native understorey species and trees.
o The town entrances planted with deciduous avenue trees.
A condition requiring a detailed landscaping plan is recommended.
Noise mitigation
The application provided a Noise Assessment by GHD. This states that:
The State Noise Strategy (DIER 2011) and the Tasmanian State Road Traffic Noise Management
Guidelines (DSG 2015) (TNMG) set the target criteria for State roads and provide guidance to
road and land use planners, road designers and the community on how traffic noise on the state
road network is managed.
The TNMG states that on road construction and upgrade projects, the Department will aim to
meet a design traffic noise level of LA10(18 hour) 63 dB(A) or below for noise sensitive land uses,
subject to what is considered reasonable, practical and cost-effective. The Department
considers a traffic noise level of 63 dB(A) or less (measured at the building faade), to be
acceptable for most adjacent uses for most people.
As levels increase above 63 dB(A) impacts become less acceptable to more people. A level above
68 dB(A) (measured at the building faade) is considered by the Department to be undesirable
for sensitive uses.
A baseline noise monitoring and modelling assessment was undertaken by GHD on behalf of the
Department of State Growth.
Existing road traffic noise at identified receivers is generally under the 63 dB(A) target criteria.
Existing road traffic noise exceeds the 63 dB(A) criterion at 46 receivers.
Project road traffic noise is predicted to exceed the 63 dB(A) target criteria at four receivers for
the year 2029 traffic noise model.
Existing noise levels at two of these receivers are greater than 63 dB(A), and 2029 project levels
less than 68 dB(A), therefore they are not eligible for mitigation under the TNMG.
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Project traffic noise at one receiver is predicted to exceed the upper limit target of 68 dB(A) by
3 dB(A). This receiver was found to be eligible for noise mitigation.
One receiver was identified as being eligible for consideration of noise mitigation measures as a
63-plus receiver.
Building treatment has been identified as a potentially reasonable and feasible option for these
receivers.
Council had GHDs Noise Assessment reviewed by an independent expert who found that its modelling,
assessment and conclusions are reasonable.
It is recommended that the permit include a condition requiring mitigation for modelled traffic noise
to be in accordance with the Tasmanian State Road Traffic Noise Management Guidelines
(Department of State Growth, October 2015).
8 ATTACHMENTS
Application & plans, correspondence with applicant

Responses from referral agencies
Representations & applicants response
RECOMMENDATION
That land at Midland Hwy, Illawarra Rd & adjoining properties, including: CT151007/1 & ORS, PERTH be
approved to be developed and used for a Perth Link Roads Roadworks (bypass) & associated works in
accordance with application P17-166, and subject to the following conditions:
The use and development must be in accordance with the endorsed plans and documents:
A0087.038, Sheet Numbers 002 Revision B; 0010 Revision B; 0110 Revision B; 0012 Revision B;
0030 Revision B; 0031 Revision C; 0032 Revision B; 0033 Revision C; 0034 Revision C; 0035
Revision C; 0036 Revision C; 0037 Revision C; 0038 Revision B; 0039 Revision B; 0040 Revision C;
0041 Revision A; 0060 Revision B; 061 Revision B; 0062 Revision B; 0063 Revision B; 0064
Revision B; 0065 Revision B; 0066 Revision B; 0067 Revision B; 0068 Revision B; 0069 Revision B;
0070 Revision B; 0070 Revision B; 0072 Revision B; 0073 Revision B; 0074 Revision B; 0075
Revision B; 0076 Revision B; 0077 Revision B; 0078 revision B; 0079 Revision B; 0080 Revision B;
Revision B.
Development Application Supporting Report, June 2017;
Preliminary Drainage Design, June 2017;
Perth Link Roads Landscaping Concept Design;
Traffic Impact Assessment, June 2017;
Noise Assessment, June 2017;
Assessment of Potential Impact on Ecological Values of Proposed Perth Links and Associated
Connectors, Tasmania, Environmental Consulting Options Tasmania, 21 January 2015 and
addendum 17 May 2017;
Assessment of Potential Habitat Trees for Masked Owl, Tyto novaehollandiae castanops at
Perth Links site, David James, 2017.
2 Amended plans required
Before the development commences, amended plans must be submitted. When approved the plans
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will be endorsed and form part of this permit. The plans must amend sheet 0032 so the Kelly & Einoder
Access shown on that plan as a continuous easement road to the Kelly farm gate, with a T-junction to
Glen Ireh.
3 Soil and Water Management Plan
Before the development commences, a soil and water management plan must be submitted
demonstrating:
a) revegetation and weed control of areas of bare soil; and
b) the management of runoff so that impacts from storm events up to at least the 1 in 5 year storm
are not increased; and
c) that disturbance to vegetation and the ecological values of riparian vegetation will not
detrimentally affect hydrological features and functions
4 Conduits
Conduits for future services and temporary irrigation pipes must be installed.
5 TasWater conditions
The use and development must in accordance with TasWaters Submission to Planning Authority
Notice (reference number TWDA 2017/01126-NMC).
6 Landscaping
6.1 Within six months of the development commencing, a detailed landscaping plan to the approval of the
General Manager must be submitted. When approved, the plan will be endorsed and will then form
part of the permit. The plan must:
a) be generally in accordance with the landscaping concept design submitted with the application;
b) specify the type of vegetation and species to be planted;
c) specify the treatment of the three roundabouts.
6.2 Within 12 months of practical completion of the roadworks, landscaping must be completed
substantially in accordance with the detailed landscaping and to the satisfaction of the General
Manager.
6.3 The landscaping must be maintained in accordance with the endorsed plans to the satisfaction of the
General Manager.
7 Stormwater management
7.1 All stormwater works must be carried out in accordance with the GHD Preliminary Design, Drainage
Report.
7.2 Drainage design must achieve post-development peak flows in Sheepwash Creek no greater than those
of the pre-development state based upon the design principles of 1:100 ARI and Storm duration for
the catchment.
7.3 Further details, including calculations shall be provided to Council for approval, regarding the drainage
of the south-western section of the proposed new road in the area of the intersection with Illawarra
Road.
8 Safe Intersection Sight Distance at Pateena Road
Before the use commences, the Safe Intersection Sight Distance of 262m at the Mountford Access No. 1
(Sheet No. 0036) must be provided, including the removal of vegetation as required.
9 Noise mitigation
Mitigation for modelled traffic noise must be in accordance with the Tasmanian State Road Traffic Noise
Management Guidelines (Department of State Growth, October 2015)
DECISION
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PLAN 4 DRAFT PLANNING SCHEME AMENDMENT &
PLANNING APPLICATION P16-271, 184 HIGH STREET, CAMPBELL TOW
Report prepared by: Erin Boer, Planner
File: 302300.01; CT202749/1
1 INTRODUCTION
An application was received from Entura (obo Caltas Pty Ltd) for a Planning Scheme Amendment 03/16 to
rezone the subject site to Particular Purpose Zone Service Station, in conjunction with a planning application
for a 24-hour card operated retail fuel depot at 184 High Street, Campbell Town in accordance with Section
33(1) and 43A of the Land Use Planning & Approvals Act 1993.
Although the subject site has formerly been used as a service station, the site is currently vacant and zoned
General Residential. The applicant wishes to use the land for vehicle fuel sales and service, which is prohibited
under the current zoning.
This report recommends that Council:

Initiate a draft amendment to rezone 184 High Street, Campbell Town from General Residential to
Particular Purposes Zone Service Station; and
Approve the use and development of the site as a 24-hour card operated retail fuel depot and
associated signage.
2 BACKGROUND
Applicant: Owner:
Entura (obo Caltas Pty Ltd) Lloyds North Water Pty Ltd
Zone: Codes:
General Residential Road and Railway Assets code; Carparking code;
Signs code
Vehicle fuel sales and service Vacant
Critical Date: Recommendation:
An extension of time to make a decision was received Initiate and certify the amendment; and approve
from the Commission until the 21-Aug-2017. the use and development of the site as vehicle fuel
sales and service.
Preliminary Discussion
The applicant originally lodged the application in November 2016, so that the matter could be
considered along-side Amendment 01/16 for a Service Station on the land on the opposite side of High
Street. This allowed for reciprocal access requirements to be considered for both sites during the
assessment process for 01/16. The application has since been on stop-clock to allow for a decision on
01/16 to be made. The outcome of 01/16 was the creation of the Particular Purpose Zone Service
Station and associated signage provisions, which will be also be used for the assessment of this
proposal.

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Site from High Street
The Land Use Planning & Approvals Act 1993 contains the following provisions:
Section 33 (1) A person may request planning authority to initiate an amendment of a planning scheme
administered by it.
Section 43A (1) - A person who requests a planning authority to amend a planning scheme may also request
the planning authority to consider an application for a permit which would not be allowed if the planning
scheme were not amended as requested.
Section 33 (2B) - Before making a decision as to whether or not to initiate an amendment of the planning
scheme, the planning authority must consider
(a) whether the requested amendment is consistent with the requirements of section 32; and
(ab) any representation made under section 30I, and any statements in any report under section 30J
as to the merit of a representation, that may be relevant to the amendment; and
(b) any advice referred to in section 65 of the Local Government Act 1993 received by it.
Comment in response to section 33(2B):

(a) Part 7 of this report finds that the draft amendment is consistent with section 32 of the Act.
(ab) There are no representations under section 30I (Representations in relation to interim planning
schemes) relevant to the draft amendment.
(b) This report provides advice in relation to section 65 of the Local Government Act 1993 (advice of
qualified persons).

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4 PROPOSAL
4.1 Current Zone
Zone Map 184 High Street, Campbell Town
The land is zone General Residential and is not within any special areas.
4.2 Site and Locality
The author of this report carried out a site visit on the 11th August 2017.
The subject site is located at 184 High Street, Campbell Town (CT 202749/1) and has a total area of 1
acre (4046.86m2). The site is currently vacant except for security fencing and has two existing access
points which remain from the sites former use as a service station.
The neighbouring land uses are predominantly residential to the north and west of the site. To the
south of the site is the Campbell Town Golf Course (zoned Recreation). The land to the east, on the
eastern side of High Street, has recently gained approval for a service station via a similar amendment
process, as this land was also zoned General Residential.
The main site/locality characteristics are:
o Level site
o Frontage to three roads (High Street, New Street & Torlesse Street)
o 2 x existing crossovers to High Street

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Aerial photograph of area (with services)

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4.3 Permit/Site History

The history of the site includes:
1963 (Campbell Town 7) Ampol Pty Ltd Drum Platform
1973 (Campbell Town 7) BP Australia Service Station Alterations/Additions
P03-241 GHD (obo Caltex) Decommissioning and Demolition
P10-378 Caltas Pty Ltd Temporary Service Station - EXPIRED
4.4 Proposed Amendment
It is proposed to rezone the site from General Residential to Particular Purpose Zone Service Station.
This is consistent with the Tasmanian Planning Commissions decision on 01/2016 for the United
Service Station Site on the opposite side of High Street.
The submission report prepared by Entura provided a map of the proposed zone, as shown below.
Proposed Zoning (as per Planning Submission prepared by Entura, dated 03-08-2017)

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4.5 Reason for Proposed Amendment
Although the subject site has formerly been used as a service station, the site is currently vacant and
zoned General Residential. The applicant wishes to use the land for vehicle fuel sales and service, which
is prohibited under the current zoning.
4.6 Public Exhibition
Public Exhibition of the draft amendment and permit occurs after it has been certified, as per section
38 of the Land Use Planning and Approvals Act 1993:
(1) After giving to the Commission a copy of a draft amendment of a planning scheme and the instrument
certifying that the amendment meets the requirements specified in section 32, the planning authority
must
(a) cause a copy of the draft amendment to be placed on public exhibition for a period of 28 days or a
longer period agreed to by the planning authority and the Commission; and
(b) advertise, as prescribed, the exhibition of the draft amendment.
4.7 Referrals
The following referrals were required:
Councils Works Department
Precis: Councils Works Department reviewed the application on the 9/12/2016 (re-checked by Jonathan
Galbraith 10/08/2017) and their recommended conditions are included in the conditions of approval.
TasWater
Precis: A Taswater Submission to Planning Authority Notice (SPAN) was issued on the 29th November 2016
(Taswater Ref: TWDA 2016/01762-NMC). Taswater advised on the 15th August 2017 as follows:
Thank you for sending through the additional information relating to the above application. Please be advised
that no changes are required to the previously issued TasWater SPAN TWDA 2016/01762-NMC, dated
29/11/2016. Amanda Craig (Assessment Officer, Taswater).
Heritage Adviser
Not applicable to this application
Tasmanian Heritage Council
Not applicable to this application
Precis: The application was referred to the Department of State Growth on the 22-November-2016. A response
was received from Garry Hills (Senior Traffic Engineering Officer) on the 30-Nov-2016 (Ref: D16/235876) making
the following points:
- No objection to proposal
- Must be considered in conjunction with United Service Station proposal to allow access to both sites
- Engineering drawings required prior to works commencing
- Drawings must detail: stormwater, extent of asphalt to cover truck turning, median turning lane (to
accommodate B-double) and signage.
- Permit from State Growth required prior to any works commencing in the State Road Reserve.
A copy of the response is included as an attachment.
Launceston Airport
Tasrail (adjoining landowner)
Environmental Health Officer
Natural Resource Management Facilitator
Environment Protection Agency (level 2 under EMPCA)
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General Manager
Minister administering Crown Lands
6 OPTIONS
Initiate the amendment;

Initiate an alternative amendment; or
Dont initiate the amendment.
7 DISCUSSION
7.1 ASSESSMENT FOR CONSISTENCY WITH SECTION 32 OF THE LAND USE PLANNING & APPROVALS
ACT 1993
Section 32 of the Land Use Planning & Approvals Act 1993 requires that an amendment of a planning
scheme
Must, as far as practicable, avoid the potential for land use conflicts with use and development
permissible under the planning scheme applying to the adjacent area.
Comment: The proposal seeks to rezone the site from General Residential to Particular Purpose Zone
Service Station, which is consistent with the historic land use of the site as a service station.
The site has good separation from adjoining residential uses, which directly adjoin to the site to
the west only. Residential uses on the northern side of New Street also achieve good separation
from the site. The amendment application is combined with a planning application for a retail
fuel depot under section 43A of the Land Use Planning & Approvals Act 1993, and incorporates
mitigation measures, such as fencing and landscaping within the proposal to address residential
amenity. Other adjoining land uses consist of a golf course, highway and approved service
station to the east, none of which will be negatively affected by the proposal.
Must be consistent with the Regional Land Use Strategy and any mandatory provisions (section 30O).
Comment: The Northern Regional Land Use Strategy classifies Campbell Town as a District Centre.
District centres are described as being significant regional settlement areas where residents of
and visitors to the region can access a wide range of services, education and employment
opportunities, although employment is strongly related to surrounding productive resources.
Important centres to surrounding sub-region.
The draft amendment seeks to remove a piece of land measuring approximately 4050m2 from
the General Residential zone.
It is considered that the draft amendment does not negatively impact on the supply of General
Residential zoned land in Campbell Town.
The draft amendment is consistent with the RLUS and is not inconsistent with mandatory
provisions.

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Must have regard to the impact that the use and development permissible under the amendment
will have on the use and development of the region as an entity in environmental, economic and
social terms.
Comment: The amendment seeks to rezone part of the site from General Residential to Particular
Purpose Zone Service Station. The site is located adjacent to a major freight route which
currently has limited re-fuelling options for heavy freight vehicles. Development on the site has
the potential to decrease congestion within the commercial district of the town, due its location
on the outer edge of the township. The modern facility will be subject to best practice guidelines
in terms of fuel storage and disposal, which limits the potential for any negative environmental
impacts.
Must be consistent with the overarching requirements for planning schemes [sections 20(2), (3), (4),
(5), (6), (7), (8), and (9)]:
(2) A planning scheme may
(aa) make any provision which relates to the use, development, protection or conservation of any land in
the area; and
(a) set out policies and specific objectives; and
(b) regulate or prohibit the use or development of any land; and
(c) designate land as being reserved for public purposes; and
(d) . . . . . . . .
(e) set out requirements for the provision of public utility services to land; and
(f) require specified things to be done to the satisfaction of the Commission, relevant agency or planning
authority; and
(g) apply, adopt or incorporate any document which relates to the use, development or protection of land;
and
(h) provide that any use or development of land is conditional on an agreement being entered into under
Part 5; and
(ha) set out provisions relating to the implementation in stages of uses or developments; and
(i) provide for any other matter which this Act refers to as being included in a planning scheme; and
(j) provide for an application to be made to a planning authority to bring an existing use of land that does
not conform to the scheme into conformity, or greater conformity, with the scheme.
Comment: The proposal is consistent with these requirements. The Particular Purpose Zone
specifically addresses the requirements of the development, as previously assessed by
amendment 01/16 for a similar development across the road.
(3) Subject to subsections (4), (5) and (6), nothing in any planning scheme is to be taken (including by virtue
of requiring a permit to be obtained) to
(a) prevent the continuance of the use of any land, upon which buildings or works are not erected, for the
purposes for which it was being lawfully used before the coming into operation of the scheme; or
(b) prevent the use of any building which was erected before that coming into operation for any purpose
for which it was lawfully being used immediately before that coming into operation, or the maintenance
or repair of such a building; or
(c) prevent the use of any works constructed before that coming into operation for any purpose for which
they were being lawfully used immediately before that coming into operation; or
(d) prevent the use of any building or works for any purpose for which it was being lawfully erected or
carried out immediately before that coming into operation; or
(e) require the removal or alteration of any lawfully constructed buildings or works; or
(f) prevent a development, which was lawfully commenced but not completed before the coming into
operation of the scheme, from being completed within
(i) 3 years of that coming into operation; or
(ii) any lesser or greater period specified in respect of the completion of that development under the terms
of a permit or special permit granted before the coming into operation of the scheme.
Comment: The proposal is consistent with these requirements.
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(a) which has stopped for a continuous period of 2 years; or
(b) which has stopped for 2 or more periods which together total 2 years in any period of 3 years; or
(c) in the case of a use which is seasonal in nature, if the use does not take place for 2 years in succession.
(5) Subsection (3) does not apply to the extension or transfer from one part of a parcel of land to another
of a use previously confined to the first-mentioned part of that parcel of land.
(6) Subsections (3) and (3A) do not apply where a use of any land, building or work is substantially
intensified.
(7) Nothing in any planning scheme or special planning order affects
(a) forestry operations conducted on land declared as a private timber reserve under the Forest Practices
Act 1985; or
(b) the undertaking of mineral exploration in accordance with a mining lease, an exploration licence, or
retention licence, issued under the Mineral Resources Development Act 1995, provided that any mineral
exploration carried out is consistent with the standards specified in the Mineral Exploration Code of
Practice; or
(c) fishing; or
(d) marine farming in State waters.
(8) The coming into operation of a planning scheme or a special planning order does not legitimize a use
or development which was illegal under a planning scheme or a special planning order in force immediately
before that coming into operation.
(9) A planning scheme may require a use to which subsection (3) applies to comply with a code of practice
approved or ratified by Parliament under an Act.
Must seek to further the objectives in Schedule 1 of the Act
Part 1 The objectives of the resource management and planning system of Tasmania are
(a) to promote the sustainable development of natural and physical resources and the maintenance of
ecological processes and genetic diversity.
Comment: The draft amendment is consistent with this objective.
(b) to provide for the fair, orderly and sustainable use and development of air, land and water.
Comment: It is considered that the draft amendment is consistent with this objective.
(c) to encourage public involvement in resource management and planning.
Comment: If initiated, the draft amendment will be placed on public exhibition, providing an
opportunity for public involvement.
(d) to facilitate economic development in accordance with the objectives set out in paragraphs (a), (b)
and (c).
(e) to promote the sharing of responsibility for resource management and planning between the
different spheres of Government, the community and industry in the State.
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Part 2 The objectives of the planning process established by the Act are, in support of
the objectives set out in Part 1 of the Schedule
(a) to require sound strategic planning and co-ordinated action by State and local government.
Comment: The Northern Regional Land Use Strategy includes Campbell Town as a District Centre.
Campbell Towns highway position and centrality to the Midlands district, and its existing
concentration of business, community, health and education services provide a basis for
Campbell Town to consolidate its role as the principal service centre in the central Midlands. The
proposal is consistent with this objective.
(b) to establish a system of planning instruments to be the principal way of setting objectives, policies
and controls for the use, development and protection of land.
Comment: The Northern Midlands Interim Planning Scheme 2013 is the planning instrument that
applies to the subject land.
(c) to ensure that the effects on the environment are considered and provide for explicit consideration
of social and economic effects when decisions are made about the use and development of land.
(d) to require land use and development planning and policy to be easily integrated with
environmental, social, economic, conservation and resource management policies at State, regional and
municipal levels.
(e) to provide for the consolidation of approvals for land use or development and related matters, and
to co-ordinate planning approvals with related approvals.
(f) to secure a pleasant, efficient and safe working, living and recreational environment for all
Tasmanians and visitors to Tasmania.
(g) to conserve those buildings, areas or other places which are of scientific, aesthetic, architectural or
historical interest, or otherwise of special cultural value.
(h) to protect public infrastructure and other assets and enable the orderly provision and co-ordination
of public utilities and other facilities for the benefit of the community.
(i) to provide a planning framework which fully considers land capability.
Must be in accordance with State Policies.
State Policy for the Protection of Agricultural Land the site is within the developed urban area
of Campbell Town.
Water Quality Management State Policy the site is proposed to be connected to Councils
stormwater system.
State Coastal Policy - There is no coastal land within the municipal area of the Northern
Midlands.
7.2 ASSESSMENT OF PLANNING APPLICATION
7.2.1 Planning Application Proposal

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Approval is sought to develop and use the land at 184 High Street, Campbell Town for a 24-hour
card operated retail fuel depot and associated signage.

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Figure 1 Site Plan
Figure 2 Elevations

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Figure 3 Signage
The plans submitted are also included as an attachment.

7.2.2 Planning Scheme Considerations
The Planning Scheme defines Vehicle fuel sales and service within Table 8.2 as:
Vehicle fuel sales and use of land primarily for the sale of motor vehicle fuel and lubricants, and if the
service land is so used, the use may include the routine maintenance of vehicles.
An example is a service station.
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A service station is further defined under clause 4.1.3 as:
Service station means use of land to sell motor vehicle fuel from bowsers, and vehicle lubricants and if
such use is made of the land, includes:
(a) selling or installing of motor vehicle accessories or parts;
(b) selling of food, drinks and other convenience goods;
(c) hiring of trailers; and
(d) servicing or washing of motor vehicles.
The proposed use is prohibited in the General Residential zone, but is permitted in the
Particular Purpose Zone Service Station.
Table of Uses in the Particular Purpose Zone Service Station
33.2 Use Table
No Permit Required
Use Class Qualification
Utilities If for minor utilities.
Permitted
Vehicle fuel sales and service
Discretionary
Food services If associated with Vehicle fuel sales and service use on the same site.
Service industry If for a car wash
Utilities If not listed as No Permit Required.
Prohibited
All other uses
Assessment against 33
Particular Purpose Zone Service Station
33.1 Zone Purpose
33.1.1 Zone Purpose Statements
33.1.1.1 To provide for vehicle fuel sales and limited associated uses servicing the wider region,
including heavy transport vehicles.
33.1.1.2 To ensure off site impacts are minimal or can be managed to minimise conflict with, or
unreasonable loss of amenity to, any sensitive uses.
Comment: The proposal is consistent with the Zone Purpose 33.1.1.1, by providing fuel
services to heavy transport vehicles along one of Tasmanias key transport routes.
The impact on nearby sensitive uses, as per zone purpose 33.1.1.2, has been
addressed by the proposal and are considered manageable, with mitigation
measures proposed to reduce potential conflicts.
33.1.2 Local Area Objectives
There are no desired local area objectives.
33.1.3 Desired Future Character Statements
There are no desired future character statements.
33.3 Use Standards
33.3.1 Amenity
Objective
That uses do not cause an unreasonable loss of amenity to nearby sensitive uses.

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A1 P1
Hours of operation of a use, Hours of operation of a use, commercial vehicle movements, and
commercial vehicle movements, and unloading and loading of commercial vehicles for a use must not
unloading and loading of commercial cause an unreasonable loss of potential or actual amenity to
vehicles for a use must be within the adjoining properties, having regard to:
hours of: (a) the timing, duration or extent of vehicle movements;
(a) 6.00am to 8.00pm (b) the number and frequency of vehicle movements;
(c) the potential for light spill from vehicle headlights;
(d) the size of vehicles involved;
(e) manoeuvring required by heavy vehicles, including the
amount of reversing and associated warning noise;
(f) the potential for loss of residential amenity due to noise,
and any noise mitigation measures between the vehicle
movement areas and the adjoining residential areas; and
(g) potential conflicts with other traffic.
Comment: Complies with P1 as follows:
Does not comply, as 24-hour operation a) The proposal is for a 24-hour unmanned fuel depot, that is
is proposed. Relies on performance card operated. The duration of visits will be limited to the time
criteria P1. required for re-fueling/toilet break only, as no other facilities
will be available.
b) It is anticipated that the site will generate approximately 25
truck stops per day from trucks already utilising the Midland
Highway.
c) The development proposes to incorporate a 2.1m high lapped
timber paling fence into the proposal, to eliminate the
potential for light spill into nearby residential properties.
d) The proposal intends to accommodate up to 25m B-Double
trucks.
e) Traffic movements through the site will be in a forward
direction only, eliminating potential reversing/warning signals.
f) The proposal included a noise report which indicated that the
noise mitigation provided by a 2.1m high fence at the rear of
the site was sufficient to reduce noise to a level which will not
create a significant impact on residential amenity.
g) A Traffic Impact Assessment was supplied with the application
and supported the application on traffic grounds, noting the
site did not attract any additional movements to the transport
network and that the site distances were acceptable, given the
60km/h speed limit relevant to the site.
A2 P2
Beyond the zone boundary, noise levels Noise must not cause unreasonable loss of potential or actual
caused by the use must not exceed: amenity to adjoining properties, having regard to:
(a) 50dB(A) between 8.00am and (a) background noise levels;
8.00pm; and (b) the duration and tonal characteristics of the noise; and
(b) 40dB(A) at other times; and (c) time of day.
(c) 5dB(A) above background for
intrusive noise
Relies on performance criteria P2 for The proposal meets the acceptable solution requirements for A2
compliance. (a) & (b), but not (c) for 3 events at night. The application
included an Acoustic Assessment prepared by NVC consulting
(21-Jul-2017). The proposal meets the performance criteria,
as demonstrated by the supplied acoustic assessment as
follows:
The exceedance is at a time when residents may reasonably
be expected to be inside and most
likely sleeping.
The noise will not be audible inside the dwelling.
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The levels are below sleep disturbance criteria defined in the
Tasmanian EPP (noise).
The levels are below the night time criteria set by DIER for
traffic noise.
The levels are below the acceptable noise level for a heat
pump.
The noise does not have a tonal character.
The noise occurs on only 3 occasions during the 6-hour
period.
The noise is at least 10 dB lower than the current ambient
noise.
A3 P3
External lighting for a use must: External lighting for a use must not cause an unreasonable loss of
(a) not operate within the hours of potential or actual amenity to adjoining properties, having regard
8.00pm to 6.00am, excluding to:
any security lighting; and (a) the level of illumination and duration of lighting; and
(b) if for security lighting, be baffled (b) the distance to habitable rooms of an adjacent dwelling.
so that direct light does not
extend into the adjoining
property.
Relies on performance criteria P3 for The proposal is considered to comply with P3, as follows:
compliance. a) Although the site will be a 24-hour operation, the lighting will
be contained within the canopy and to the front of the control
room/toilets. The development may be conditioned to ensure
that light spill is contained within the subject site.
b) Any lighting associated with the buildings will achieve a
distance of approximately 45m to the dwelling to the west and
60m+ to the dwelling to the north.
A4 P4
Overlooking of private open space on The use should not cause an unreasonable loss of privacy to the
adjoining properties does not occur. potential or actual private open space of adjoining lots, having
regard to:
(a) the existing level of privacy;
(b) the eye level of the drivers of vehicles visiting the site; and
(c) the distance of vehicle manoeuvring areas from the side and
rear boundaries.
The proposal complies with A4. The site N/a
is designed with an outlook
toward the street, and does not
encourage any overlooking. A
2.1m high fence will also assist
in preventing overlooking.
33.3.2 Pollutants
Objective
That pollutants caused by the use are contained within the site.
A1.1 P1
The following pollutants caused by the use must be No performance criteria
contained within the site:
(a) Fuels
(b) Oils
(c) Mud or silt
(d) Chemicals
or
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Any pollutants must be treated in accordance with a trade
waste agreement and directed to sewer.
Complies with A1.1 & A1.2. The self-bunded fuel tank will be N/a
located above ground, which will allow for constant
monitoring. The refuelling bays will be graded and drained
to the sewer, as per a trade waste agreement.
33.4.1 Building height
Objective
To provide for a building height that:
(a) is sympathetic to the form and scale of residential development; and
(b) minimises adverse impacts on adjoining properties.
A1 P1
Building height must be not more Building height must be necessary for the operation of the use and not
than 8.5m. cause an unreasonable impact on adjoining properties, having regard
to:
(a) the bulk and form of the building;
(b) separation from existing uses on adjoining properties;
(c) any buffers created by natural or other features; and
(d) the degree of overshadowing and overlooking of adjoining
residential properties.
Complies with A1. The canopy has a N/a
maximum height of 7.6m.
33.4.2 Setback
Objective
That the building setback:
(a) provides sufficient area for access, , and landscaping; and
(b) minimises adverse impacts on adjoining properties.
A1 P1
Buildings must have a setback from Buildings must have a setback from a frontage that provides adequate
a frontage of not less than 10m. space for vehicle access, and landscaping, and minimises adverse
impact on adjoining residential properties having regard to:
(a) the topography of the site;
(b) the setback of buildings on adjacent properties;
(c) the safety of road users;
(d) the amenity of residents; and
(e) landscaping to integrate development with the streetscape.
Complies with A1. The canopy is N/a
setback 14.6m from the main
frontage. All other frontage
setbacks are in excess of 25m.
A2 P2
Buildings must have a setback from Buildings must be sited to not cause an unreasonable loss of residential
a side and rear boundary of not less amenity to adjoining properties, having regard to:
than 10m. (a) overshadowing and reduction in sunlight to habitable rooms
and private open space of dwellings;
(b) overlooking and reduction of privacy;
(c) visual impacts caused by the apparent scale, bulk or proportions
of the building when viewed from the adjoining property;
(d) the level and effectiveness of physical screening by fences or
vegetation;
(e) the location and impacts of traffic circulation and the need to
locate parking away from residential boundaries; and
(f) the location and impacts of illumination of the site.
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Relies on performance criteria P2 The proposal complies with performance criteria P2 as follows:
for compliance. a) No overshadowing is anticipated as there is 40m+ separation
to the closest dwelling.
b) The site is designed with an outlook toward the street, and
does not encourage any overlooking. A 2.1m high fence will
also assist in preventing overlooking/maintaining privacy.
c) The height limits of the development are consistent with the
height required by the General Residential zone. The
separation between the buildings and low overall site
coverage will also assist in limiting the visual impact of the
development. While it is acknowledged that the outlook of
the dwelling to the west will change, this would also be the
case if the site was developed for residential purposes. The
impact is therefore considered acceptable.
d) As above, a 2.1m lapped timber paling fence will act a physical
screen.
e) The most prevalent impact of traffic movements is noise. This
has been addressed by the supplied acoustic assessment, and
is considered acceptable. Access to the site is off High Street
and will not be adjacent to the western boundary.
f) Although the site will be a 24-hour operation, the lighting will
be contained within the canopy and to the front of the control
room/toilets. The development may be conditioned to ensure
that light spill is contained within the subject site.
33.4.3 Fencing
Objective
That fencing:
(a) is compatible with the streetscape; and
(b) assists with the maintenance of residential amenity to adjoining residential properties.
A1 P1
Fences are located and designed to Fences are located and designed to protect residential amenity on
prevent: adjacent sites having regard to:
(a) the headlights of vehicles using (a) attenuation of noise;
the site being directed into (b) potential for light spill;
windows of adjacent dwellings; (c) prevention of overlooking;
and (d) fence height, design, location and extent;
(b) overlooking of private open (e) the proposed materials and construction;
spaces of adjacent residential (f) the potential for loss of sunlight to residential buildings or
properties. private open space;
(g) the potential for visual impact due to appearance of bulk; and
(h) streetscape appearance.
Complies with A1 (a) & (b). A 2.1m N/a
high fence will be constructed along
the western boundary and the
northern boundary, approximately
28m from the north-western corner
of the site. The fence will be
sufficient to prevent headlight spill
and overlooking into neighbouring
residential properties. A condition is
required to ensure the fencing
provided is in accordance with the
requirements of the Acoustic
Assessment.
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Frontage fences with a height Fences at the frontage of a site do not detract from the streetscape or
greater than 1.2 m are setback from the character of the local area, having regard to the height, apparent
the boundary and integrated with scale, proportions, materials, design and colour of the fence.
landscaping for the site. 1
Relies on performance criteria P2 Complies with P2 as follows:
for compliance. The subject site has three frontages to High Street, New Street &
Torlesse Street. The development proposes to include approximately
28m of 2.1m high lapped timber fencing along the New Street
(northern) frontage to assist with noise and light intrusion to nearby
residential properties. The fence will not be extended along the entire
New Street frontage, therefore the view of the site when travelling
south on High Street will not be impacted. Existing trees planted down
the central median of New Street will also assist the visual impact of
the fence, when viewed from properties to the north of the site. The
trees extend to approximately the same length as the fence on the
northern frontage. The remaining frontages will be landscaped.
33.4.4 Landscaping
Objective
That landscaping:
(a) enhances the appearance of the site; and
(b) must not detract from the amenity of adjacent residential properties.
A1 P1
Along a frontage, landscaping must: Landscaping along a frontage must enhance the
(a) be provided for a minimum of 30% of the appearance of the site, having regard to:
frontage at a minimum width of 3m. (a) the width of the setback;
(b) the width of the frontage;
(c) the topography of the site;
(d) the existing vegetation on the site;
(e) the type and growth of the proposed vegetation;
and
(f) the location of parking and access areas.
Complies with A1 Landscaping will be provided N/a
along all frontages, as per the proposal
plans. A condition may be applied to the
permit to ensure compliance.
A2 P2
Along a boundary with a residential zone Landscaping along a boundary with a residential zone must
landscaping must: not detract from the amenity of adjacent residential
(a) be provided for a depth of no less than properties, and appearance of the site, having regard to:
2m; and (a) the topography of the site;
(b) provide mature species to a height of at (b) the existing vegetation on the site;
least 4m within 50% of the landscaping (c) the type and growth of the proposed vegetation;
area. and
(d) any proposed screening.
Relies on Performance Criteria P2. Complies with P2 as follows:
a) The site is level; however, a new swale drain is
proposed along the western boundary, which is
adjacent to adjoining residential properties. There
is approximately 2m separation between the
swale drain and the proposed fence on the
western boundary, which is shaped toward the
drain. Vegetation along this bank could
1
An exemption applies for fences in this zone see clause 6.4
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potentially interfere with the operation of the
swale.
b) There is no existing vegetation on the subject site
or the adjoining vacant lot. The closest developed
residential property (approximately 45m away)
contains minimal plantings (low level hedging).
c) The remaining undeveloped areas of the site will
be landscaped. A condition may be placed on the
permit to require a detailed landscape plan
specifying the size and type of the proposed
plantings.
d) The 2.1m high lapped timber paling fence will
provide good screening, when considered in
conjunction with the separation distance of
nearby residential uses.
33.4.5 Stormwater
Objective
That stormwater from the subject site is directed into a public stormwater system.
A1 P1
All stormwater runoff must be captured within All stormwater runoff is to be collected and discharged in a
the boundaries of the site and directed into a manner that will not cause adverse impacts, having regard
public stormwater system. to:
(a) the location of the discharge point (if any);
(b) the stormwater flow paths both internal and
external to the site;
(c) the location of building areas within the site;
(d) the topography of the site;
(e) the characteristics of the site, including rainfall;
(f) the development on the site and adjoining land;
(g) the potential for contamination;
(h) any onsite storage devices, detention basins or
other water sensitive urban design techniques
within the subdivision.
Complies with A1 stormwater will be directed N/a
toward the swale drain on-site (with the
exception of the refueling bays). The
swale will be graded toward an existing
stormwater pit in New Street, with
overflow to an existing swale in Torlesse
Street.
33.5 Subdivision Standards Not applicable.
CODES
E2.0 POTENTIALLY CONTAMINATED LAND N/a no sensitive use proposed.
E4.0 ROAD AND RAILWAY ASSETS CODE See code assessment below
E6.0 CAR PARKING AND SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORT CODE See code assessment below
E7.0 SCENIC MANAGEMENT CODE N/a

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E15.0 SIGNS CODE See code assessment below
Assessment against E4
Road and Railway Assets Code
E4.6 Use Standards
E4.6.1 Use and road or rail infrastructure
Objective
To ensure that the safety and efficiency of road and rail infrastructure is not reduced by the creation of new
accesses and junctions or increased use of existing accesses and junctions.
A1 Sensitive use on or within 50m of a P1 Sensitive use on or within 50m of a category 1 or 2
category 1 or 2 road, in an area subject to a road, in an area subject to a speed limit of more than
speed limit of more than 60km/h, a railway or 60km/h, a railway or future road or railway must
future road or railway must not result in an demonstrate that the safe and efficient operation of the
increase to the annual average daily traffic infrastructure will not be detrimentally affected.
(AADT) movements to or from the site by more
than 10%.
N/a N/a
A2 For roads with a speed limit of 60km/h or P2 For roads with a speed limit of 60km/h or less, the
less the use must not generate more than a level of use, number, location, layout and design of
total of 40 vehicle entry and exit movements per accesses and junctions must maintain an acceptable level
day of safety for all road users, including pedestrians and
cyclists.
Relies on performance criteria P2. Complies with P2. Although the development anticipates
approximately 25 trucks will use the site per day, the
supplied Traffic Impact Assessment (TIA) has based its
findings on 425 truck movements across a 24-hr period (as
per RMS Guide). The TIA concludes that an acceptable
level of safety can be achieved with the proposed design.
A3 For roads with a speed limit of more than P3 For limited access roads and roads with a speed
60km/h the use must not increase the annual limit of more than 60km/h:
average daily traffic (AADT) movements at the a) access to a category 1 road or limited access road
existing access or junction by more than 10%. must only be via an existing access or junction or the use
or development must provide a significant social and
or development of a new access or junction to a limited
access road or a category 1, 2 or 3 road must be for a use
that is dependent on the site for its unique resources,
characteristics or locational attributes and an alternate site
or access to a category 4 or 5 road is not practicable; and
c) an access or junction which is increased in use or is
a new access or junction must be designed and located to
road users.
N/a N/a
E4.7.1 Development on and adjacent to Existing and Future Arterial Roads and Railways
Objective
To ensure that development on or adjacent to category 1 or 2 roads (outside 60km/h), railways and future
roads and railways is managed to:
a) ensure the safe and efficient operation of roads and railways; and
b) allow for future road and rail widening, realignment and upgrading; and
c) avoid undesirable interaction between roads and railways and other use or development.
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A1 The following must be at least 50m from P1 Development including buildings, road works,
a railway, a future road or railway, and a earthworks, landscaping works and level crossings on or
category 1 or 2 road in an area subject to a within 50m of a category 1 or 2 road, in an area subject to
speed limit of more than 60km/h: a speed limit of more than 60km/h, a railway or future
road or railway must be sited, designed and landscaped to:
a) new road works, buildings, additions and a) maintain or improve the safety and efficiency of the
extensions, earthworks and landscaping works; road or railway or future road or railway, including line of
and sight from trains; and
b) building areas on new lots; and b) mitigate significant transport-related environmental
c) outdoor sitting, entertainment and impacts, including noise, air pollution and vibrations in
childrens play areas accordance with a report from a suitably qualified person;
and
c) ensure that additions or extensions of buildings will
not reduce the existing setback to the road, railway or
future road or railway; and
d) ensure that temporary buildings and works are
removed at the applicants expense within three years or
as otherwise agreed by the road or rail authority.
N/a the subject site is adjacent to a 60km/h N/a
section of road (High Street).
E4.7.2 Management of Road Accesses and Junctions
Objective
To ensure that the safety and efficiency of roads is not reduced by the creation of new accesses and junctions
or increased use of existing accesses and junctions.
A1 For roads with a speed limit of 60km/h or P1 For roads with a speed limit of 60km/h or less, the
less the development must include only one number, location, layout and design of accesses and
access providing both entry and exit, or two junctions must maintain an acceptable level of safety for
accesses providing separate entry and exit. all road users, including pedestrians and cyclists.
Complies with A1. The site has two existing N/a
accesses which will provide for separate entry
and exit.
A2 For roads with a speed limit of more than P2 For limited access roads and roads with a speed
60km/h the development must not include a limit of more than 60km/h:
new access or junction. a) access to a category 1 road or limited access road
must only be via an existing access or junction or the
development must provide a significant social and
or development of a new access or junction to a limited
access road or a category 1, 2 or 3 road must be
dependent on the site for its unique resources,
characteristics or locational attributes and an alternate site
or access to a category 4 or 5 road is not practicable; and
c) an access or junction which is increased in use or is
a new access or junction must be designed and located to
road users.
N/a N/a
E4.7.3 Management of Rail Level Crossings
Objective
To ensure that the safety and the efficiency of a railway is not unreasonably reduced by access across the
railway.
A1 Where land has access across a P1 Where land has access across a railway:
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railway: a) the number, location, layout and design of level crossings
a) development does not include maintain or improve the safety and efficiency of the railway; and
a level crossing; or b) the proposal is dependent upon the site due to unique
b) development does not result in resources, characteristics or location attributes and the use or
a material change onto an existing development will have social and economic benefits that are of State
level crossing. or regional significance; or
c) it is uneconomic to relocate an existing use to a site that does
not require a level crossing; and
d) an alternative access or junction is not practicable.
N/a N/a
E4.7.4 Sight Distance at Accesses, Junctions and Level Crossings
Objective
To ensure that use and development involving or adjacent to accesses, junctions and level crossings allows
sufficient sight distance between vehicles and between vehicles and trains to enable safe movement of
traffic.
A1 Sight distances at P1 The design, layout and location of an
a) an access or junction must comply with the Safe access, junction or rail level crossing must
Intersection Sight Distance shown in Table E4.7.4; and provide adequate sight distances to ensure the
b) rail level crossings must comply with AS1742.7 safe movement of vehicles.
Manual of uniform traffic control devices - Railway crossings,
Standards Association of Australia; or
c) If the access is a temporary access, the written
consent of the relevant authority has been obtained.
Complies with A1 (a). At a vehicle speed of 60km/h, the N/a
required site distance is 105m. The TIA identifies that the
required site distance is exceeded in both directions, for
each access.
Figure E4.7.4 Sight Lines for Accesses and Junctions

X is the distance of the driver from the conflict point.
For category 1, 2 and 3 roads X = 7m minimum and for other roads X = 5m minimum.
Table E4.7.4 Safe Intersection Sight Distance (SISD)

Vehicle Speed Safe Intersection Sight Distance (SISD) metres, for speed limit of:
km/h 60 km/h or less Greater than 60 km/h
50 80 90
60 105 115
70 130 140
80 165 175
90 210
100 250
110 290
Notes:
(a) Vehicle speed is the actual or recorded speed of traffic passing along the road and is the speed at
or below which 85% of passing vehicles travel.
(b) For safe intersection sight distance (SISD):
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(i) All sight lines (driver to object vehicle) are to be between points 1.2 metres above the road and
access surface at the respective vehicle positions with a clearance to any sight obstruction of 0.5 metres
to the side and below, and 2.0 metres above all sight lines;
(ii) These sight line requirements are to be maintained over the full sight triangle for vehicles at any
point between positions 1, 2 and 3 in Figure E4.7.4 and the access junction;
(iii) A driver at position 1 must have sight lines to see cars at any point between the access and positions
3 and 2 in Figure E4.7.4;
(iv) A driver at any point between position 3 and the access must have sight lines to see a car at position
4; and
(v) A driver at position 4 must have sight lines to see a car at any point between position 2 and the
access.
Car Parking and Sustainable Transport Code
E6.6 Use Standards
Objective
To ensure that an appropriate level of car parking is provided to service use.
A1 The number of car parking P1 The number of car parking spaces provided must have regard
spaces must not be less than the to:
requirements of: a) the provisions of any relevant location specific car parking plan;
a) Table E6.1; or and
b) a parking precinct plan b) the availability of public car parking spaces within reasonable
contained in Table E6.6: Precinct walking distance; and
Parking Plans (except for dwellings c) any reduction in demand due to sharing of spaces by multiple
in the General Residential Zone). uses either because of variations in peak demand or by efficiencies
gained by consolidation; and
d) the availability and frequency of public transport within
reasonable walking distance of the site; and
e) site constraints such as existing buildings, slope, drainage,
vegetation and landscaping; and
f) the availability, accessibility and safety of on-road parking,
having regard to the nature of the roads, traffic management and
other uses in the vicinity; and
h) the effect on streetscape, amenity and vehicle, pedestrian and
cycle safety and convenience; and
i) the recommendations of a traffic impact assessment prepared
for the proposal; and
k) for residential buildings and multiple dwellings, whether parking
is adequate to meet the needs of the residents having regard to:
Complies with A1. Table E6.1 N/a
requires 4 spaces per service bay;
however, no service bay is provided,
therefore, no parking is required. A
parking space has been made
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Vehicle Bicycle
Vehicle fuel sales and servicing 4 spaces per service bay 1 space per 5 employees
Objective
To encourage cycling as a mode of transport within areas subject to urban speed zones by ensuring safe,
secure and convenient parking for bicycles.
storage spaces must be provided either on the spaces must be provided having regard to the:
site or within 50m of the site in accordance with a) likely number and type of users of the site and their
the requirements of Table E6.1; or opportunities and likely preference for bicycle travel; and
contained in Table E6.6: Precinct Parking Plans. c) availability and accessibility of existing and planned
parking facilities for bicycles in the vicinity.
Complies with A1.1. Table E6.1 requires 1 space N/a
per 5 employees. As the site is unmanned (card
operation only), there are no employees on-site;
therefore, no bicycle parking spaces are
required.
Objective
To ensure that taxis can adequately access developments.
provided for every 50 car spaces required by Table E6.1 or part
thereof (except for dwellings in the General Residential Zone).
Complies with A1, as no parking spaces are required under Table N/a
E6.1, no taxi parking space is required.
Objective
To ensure that motorbikes are adequately provided for in parking considerations.
A1 One motorbike parking space must be provided for each P1 No performance criteria.
20 car spaces required by Table E6.1 or part thereof.
Complies with A1, as no parking spaces are required under Table N/a
E6.1, no motorbike parking space is required.
E6.7.1 Construction of Car Parking Spaces and Access Strips
Objective
To ensure that car parking spaces and access strips are constructed to an appropriate standard.
A1 All car parking, access strips manoeuvring and circulation P1 All car parking, access strips
spaces must be: manoeuvring and circulation spaces must
a) formed to an adequate level and drained; and be readily identifiable and constructed to
b) except for a single dwelling, provided with an impervious ensure that they are useable in all
all weather seal; and weather conditions.
c) except for a single dwelling, line marked or provided with
other clear physical means to delineate car spaces.
Complies with A1, as follows: N/a
a) The site will be formed and drained to a swale drain, prior
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b) The access and parking areas will be provided with an
impervious all weather seal.
c) The car parking space made available for service vehicles
will be located near the control room/toilets and be
clearly delineated. A condition may be applied to the
permit to ensure this occurs.
E6.7.2 Design and Layout of Car Parking
Objective
To ensure that car parking and manoeuvring space are designed and laid out to an appropriate standard.
A1.1 Where providing for 4 or more spaces, P1 The location of car parking and manoeuvring
parking areas (other than for parking located in spaces must not be detrimental to the streetscape or the
garages and carports for dwellings in the General amenity of the surrounding areas, having regard to:
Residential Zone) must be located behind the a) the layout of the site and the location of existing
building line; and buildings; and
A1.2 Within the General residential zone, b) views into the site from the road and adjoining
provision for turning must not be located within public spaces; and
the front setback for residential buildings or c) the ability to access the site and the rear of
multiple dwellings. buildings; and
d) the layout of car parking in the vicinity; and
e) the level of landscaping proposed for the car
parking.
A1.1 N/a the development does not provide N/a
more 4 or more parking spaces.
A1.2 N/a the development is proposed to be
within the Particular Purpose Zone service
station.
A2.1 Car parking and manoeuvring space must: P2 Car parking and manoeuvring space must:
a) have a gradient of 10% or less; and a) be convenient, safe and efficient to use having
b) where providing for more than 4 cars, regard to matters such as slope, dimensions, layout and
provide for vehicles to enter and exit the site in a the expected number and type of vehicles; and
forward direction; and b) provide adequate space to turn within the site
c) have a width of vehicular access no less unless reversing from the site would not adversely affect
than prescribed in Table E6.2 and Table E6.3, and the safety and convenience of users and passing traffic.
A2.2 The layout of car spaces and access ways
must be designed in accordance with Australian
Standards AS 2890.1 - 2004 Parking Facilities, Part
1: Off Road Car Parking.
Complies with A2.1 as follows: N/a
a) Complies.
b) N/a
c) Complies.
Complies with A2.2 as per proposal plans.
E6.7.3 Car Parking Access, Safety and Security
Objective
To ensure adequate access, safety and security for car parking and for deliveries.
A1 Car parking areas with greater than 20 P1 Car parking areas with greater than 20 parking
parking spaces must be: spaces must provide for adequate security and safety for
a) secured and lit so that unauthorised users of the site, having regard to the:
persons cannot enter or; a) levels of activity within the vicinity; and
b) visible from buildings on or adjacent to b) opportunities for passive surveillance for users of
the site during the times when parking occurs. adjacent building and public spaces adjoining the site.
N/a N/a

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E6.7.4 Parking for Persons with a Disability
Objective
To ensure adequate parking for persons with a disability.
A1 All spaces designated for use by persons P1 The location and design of parking spaces considers
with a disability must be located closest to the the needs of disabled persons, having regard to:
main entry point to the building. the topography of the site;
the location and type of relevant facilities on the site or in
the vicinity;
the suitability of access pathways from parking spaces, and
applicable Australian Standards.
N/a Complies with P1. As only one space is provided for the
service and maintenance of the facility, no specific disabled
park is provided. Nevertheless, the space available is
conveniently located adjacent to the service room/toilets
and is of sufficient size and width to meet AS2890.6.
A2 Accessible car parking spaces for use by P2. No performance criteria.
persons with disabilities must be designed and
constructed in accordance with AS/NZ2890.6
2009 Parking facilities Off-street parking for
people with disabilities.
The parking space provided is of sufficient size N/a
and width to meet AS2890.6.
E6.7.6 Loading and Unloading of Vehicles, Drop-off and Pickup
Objective
To ensure adequate access for people and goods delivery and collection and to prevent loss of amenity and
adverse impacts on traffic flows.
A1 For retail, commercial, industrial, service industry or P1 For retail, commercial, industrial,
warehouse or storage uses: service industry or warehouse or storage uses
a) at least one loading bay must be provided in adequate space must be provided for loading
accordance with Table E6.4; and and unloading the type of vehicles associated
b) loading and bus bays and access strips must be with delivering and collecting people and
designed in accordance with Australian Standard AS/NZS goods where these are expected on a regular
2890.3 2002 for the type of vehicles that will use the site. basis.
N/a the development is not for a retail, commercial, N/a
industrial, service industry, warehouse or storage use.
E6.8 Provisions for Sustainable Transport
E6.8.1 Bicycle End of Trip Facilities
Not used in this planning scheme
E6.8.2 Bicycle Parking Access, Safety and Security
Objective
To ensure that parking and storage facilities for bicycles are safe, secure and convenient.
A1.1 Bicycle parking spaces for customers and visitors P1 Bicycle parking spaces must be safe,
must: secure, convenient and located where they
a) be accessible from a road, footpath or cycle track; will encourage use.
and
b) include a rail or hoop to lock a bicycle to that meets
Australian Standard AS 2890.3 1993; and
c) be located within 50m of and visible or signposted
from the entrance to the activity they serve; and
d) be available and adequately lit in accordance with
Australian Standard AS/NZS 1158 2005 Lighting Category C2
during the times they will be used; and
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A1.2 Parking space for residents and employees bicycles
must be under cover and capable of being secured by lock or
bicycle lock.
N/a no bicycle parking required. N/a
A2 Bicycle parking spaces must have: P2 Bicycle parking spaces and access must
a) minimum dimensions of: be of dimensions that provide for their
i) 1.7m in length; and convenient, safe and efficient use.
ii) 1.2m in height; and
iii) 0.7m in width at the handlebars; and
b) unobstructed access with a width of at least 2m and a
gradient of no more 5% from a public area where cycling is
allowed.
N/a no bicycle parking required. N/a
E6.8.5 Pedestrian Walkways
Objective
To ensure pedestrian safety is considered in development
Acceptable Solution Performance Criteria
A1 Pedestrian access must be provided for in P1 Safe pedestrian access must be provided within car
accordance with Table E6.5. park and between the entrances to buildings and the road.
Complies with A1 no separate access required N/a
for 1-10 spaces.

Signs Code
E15.3 Definition of Terms Used in this Code
E15.3.1 In this Code, unless the contrary intention appears:
Service Station Signage Signage associated with vehicle fuel sales and service use in the D33
Particular Purpose Zone Service Station.
E15.5 Standards for Use or Development
E15.5.1 Third Party Signage
Objective: To ensure that signs relate to the site on which they are located.
A1 Must only advertise goods and P1 Shall be a Billboard Sign and consistent with the
services available from the site. desired future character statements, if any.
Complies with A1. N/a
E15.5.2 Heritage Precincts
Objective
To ensure that the design and siting of signs complement or enhance the streetscape of Heritage Precincts.
Above Awning Sign
A1 No acceptable solution P1 If within the Heritage Precincts Specific Area Plan, shall be
consistent with the Character Statements.
N/a N/a the site is not within a Heritage Precinct.
E15.5.3 Design and siting of signage
Objective
To ensure that the design and siting of signs complement or enhance the characteristics of the natural and
built environment in which they are located.
Service Station Signage
A50 No acceptable solution. P50 Service Station Signage can be located in the D33 Particular
Purpose Zone Service Station, provided it can be shown that:
a) the sign does not dominate the streetscape and reflects the
prevailing character of the area, in terms of shape, proportions and
colours; and
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b) it does not conflict with the Zone Purpose as outlined in Part
D of this planning scheme.
c) be of appropriate dimensions so as not to dominate the
streetscape or premises on which it is located; and
d) not result in loss of amenity to neighbouring properties; and
e) not involve the unnecessary repetition of messages or
information on the same street frontage; and
f) not contribute to or exacerbate visual clutter; and
g) not cause a safety hazard or obstruct movement of anyone
inside or outside the associated building; and
h) not distract motorists as a result of size, illumination or
movement.
N/a relies on performance criteria. The proposal relies on P50 for compliance as follows:
a) The signage is limited three main signs (ID Sign & 2x Fascia
signs) required to bring drivers attenuation to the site and
incorporate business branding. The signage proposed is typical of a
service station development, in terms of size and colour, and is
consistent with the signage approved at the service station
development across the road.
b) The zone purpose relates to the provision of vehicle fuel sales,
including for heavy transport vehicles and the potential impact on
residential uses. The signage proposed is integral to the use of the
site for Vehicle Fuel Sales and Service. The main ID sign will be
located at the front of the site, and is not in close proximity to any
adjoining sensitive uses, due to the site having three road frontages.
The remaining signs are limited to the canopy of the building and
directional signage. The main signage will be internally illuminated,
limiting the extent of any potential light spill.
c) The signage size and location is considered similar to that
typically present at a service station. The signage will assist in
alerting drivers to the premises and are not considered to be out of
character or dominant given the development proposed, and the
approved development across the road.
d) As previously noted, the signage is not near any adjoining
residential uses, and is unlikely to result in a loss of amenity.
e) There is no repetition of signage across the site.
f) The proposed signage is not considered to contribute to or
exacerbate visual clutter, as the signage is limited to a single ID sign
identify the site and fuel prices, signs indicating the product available
(diesel) and a single company sign on the canopy fascia. Other
directional signs will be installed as necessary indicating entry and
exit.
g) The signage is of sufficient height and distance from
trafficable areas to not cause a safety hazard or prevent pedestrian
movements.
h) The internal illumination of the signs will assist drivers to
identify the sight at night and allow sufficient stopping time etc. The
application has been referred to the Department of State Growth
who did not raise any concerns regarding the signs and traffic safety.
SPECIFIC AREA PLANS

SPECIAL PROVISIONS
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9.4 Demolition N/a
9.5 Subdivision N/a
9 DISCUSSION
The planning application for a 24-hour card operated retail fuel depot is made under Section 43A of the Land
Use Planning and Approvals Act 1993, which allows an application for a permit which would not be allowed
if the planning scheme were not amended as requested.
Discretion to refuse the application is limited to:

Reliance on the performance criteria of the Particular Purpose Zone Service Station.
Reliance on the performance criteria of the Road and Railway Assets Code.
Reliance on the performance criteria of the Car parking and Sustainable Transport Code.
Reliance on the performance criteria of the Signs Code.
An assessment of these discretions is detailed in section 7.2.2 of this report and it has been determined that
the proposal adequately meets the relevant acceptable solutions or performance criteria of these provisions.
It is recommended that the application be approved subject to the conditions detailed in the
recommendation.
10 ATTACHMENTS
A) Proposal plans
B) Responses from referral agencies
TasWater
RECOMMENDATION
A That Council, under section 34 (1) of the Land Use Planning Act 1993, initiate Draft Amendment
03/16 to amend the planning scheme by to allow the land at 184 High Street, Campbell Town to be
rezoned from General Residential to Particular Purpose Zone Service Station and used and
developed as a 24-hour card operated retail fuel depot
B That Council, under Section 35 (1) of the Land Use Planning and Approvals Act 1993, certify Draft
Amendment 03/16 as meeting the requirements of section 32 of the Act, and place it on Public
Exhibition for 28 days, in accordance with section 38 of the Act.
And, if B is approved;
C That, under section 43F of the Land Use Planning and Approvals Act 1993, Council resolves that:
The land at 184 High Street, Campbell Town be approved to be developed and used for a 24-
hour card operated retail fuel depot, and be subject to the following conditions:
The use and development shall be in accordance with the endorsed document numbered D1 - Planning
application submission, prepared by Hydro-Electric Corporation t/a Entura, dated: 3rd August 2017,
Doc. No.: ENTURA-D9CE5, incorporating the following appendices:
A Development Application form & Owners consent
B Proposal Plans
Plan No. Sheet No. Drawing No. Date Rev.
P1 A000 160124 27.10.16 C
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P2 A099 160124 17.10.16 A
P3 A100 160124 27.10.16 E
P4 A102 160124 27.10.16 B
P5 A107 160124 27.10.16 B
P6 A320 160124 17.10.16 A
P7 A321 160124 17.10.16 A
P8 A322 160124 17.10.16 A
P9 A898 160124 17.10.16 A
P10 A899 160124 17.10.16 A
P11 A900 160124 17.10.16 A
P12 B106 160124 17.10.16 A
P13 B107 160124 17.10.16 A
P14 B108 160124 27.10.16 B
P15 S100 160124 27.10.16 B
P16 S110 160124 17.10.16 A
P17 F150 160124 27.10.16 B
C Certificate of Title (CT202749/1)
D Revocation of Site Management Notice No. 8775/1
E Traffic Impact Assessment
Prepared by Midson Traffic, dated: 11 September 2016, pp.1-19.
F Noise Impact Assessment
Prepared by NVC, dated: 21 July 2017, Report No. 5521.
G Access Concept Plans
Plan No. Sheet No. Drawing No. Date Rev.
P18 01 1645 08.12.16 A
P19 02 1645 08.12.16 A
P20 03 1645 08.12.16 A
2 Councils Works & Infrastructure Department conditions

2.1 Stormwater
Connections to Councils stormwater system must be constructed in accordance with Council
standards and to the satisfaction of Councils Works & Infrastructure Department.
2.2 Access
A hotmix sealed driveway crossover and hotmix sealed apron (x2) must be constructed from the edge
of High Street to the property boundary of the lot in accordance with Council standards.
a) Access works must not commence until an application for vehicular crossing has been approved
by Council.
2.3 As constructed information
As Constructed Plans and Asset Management Information must be provided in accordance with
Councils standard requirements.
2.4 Municipal standards & certification of works
Unless otherwise specified within a condition, all works must comply with the Municipal Standards
including specifications and standard drawings. Any design must be completed in accordance with
Councils subdivision design guidelines to the satisfaction of the Works & Infrastructure Department.
Any construction, including maintenance periods, must also be completed to the approval of the
Works & Infrastructure Department.

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2.5 Works in Council road reserve
a) Works must not be undertaken within the public road reserve, including crossovers, driveways
or kerb and guttering, without prior approval for the works by the Works & Infrastructure
Manager.
b) Twenty-four (24) hours notice must be given to the Works & Infrastructure Department to
inspect works within road reserve, and before placement of concrete or seal. Failure to do so
may result in rejection of the vehicular access or other works and its reconstruction.
2.6 Pollutants
a) The developer/property owner must ensure that pollutants such as mud, silt or chemicals are
not released from the site.
b) Prior to the commencement of the development works the developer/property owner must
install all necessary silt fences and cut-off drains to prevent soil, gravel and other debris from
escaping the site. Material or debris must not be transported onto the road reserve (including
the nature strip, footpath and road pavement). Any material that is deposited on the road
reserve must be removed by the developer/property owner. Should Council be required to clean
or carry out works on any of their infrastructure as a result of pollutants being released from the
site the cost of these works may be charged to the developer/property owner.
2.7 Nature strips
Any new nature strips, or areas of nature strip that are disturbed during construction, must be
topped with 100mm of good quality topsoil and sown with grass. Grass must be established and free
of weeds prior to Council accepting the development.
2.8 Works & Infrastructure damage bond
a) Prior to the application for a building permit, a $1000 bond must be provided to Council, which
will be refunded if Councils infrastructure is not damaged.
b) This bond is not taken in place of the Building Departments construction compliance bond.
c) The nature strip, crossover, apron and kerb and gutter and stormwater infrastructure must be
reinstated to Councils standards if damaged.
d) The bond will be returned after building completion if no damage has been done to Councils
infrastructure and all engineering works are done to the satisfaction of the Works &
Infrastructure Department.
3 TasWater conditions
Sewer and water services shall be provided in accordance with TasWaters Planning Authority Notice
(reference number TWDA 2016/01762-NMC, dated: 29.11.2016).
4 Department of State Growth conditions
4.1 Engineering Plans
The applicant must provide suitably detailed engineering drawings of all works that affect the State
Road reserve to the Department for review and acceptance prior to commencing any works. This is
inclusive of endorsement by a suitably qualified engineer. The drawings must provide details on, but
not limited to, the following points to the satisfaction of the Department;
a) Any stormwater drainage from the development site that is concentrated and/or directed to the
State Road reserve with any works required to ensure there are no adverse impacts on existing
State Road infrastructure.
b) Extent of asphalt pavement surfacing on the Midland Highway carriageway required to cover
heavy vehicle turning movements to and from each access point.
c) Design of the median turning lane, inclusive of any pavement widening works required, as per
the recommendations of the Traffic Submission prepared by Keith Midson and dated 3
November 2016. The treatment must accommodate a 26m B-double vehicle undertaking a right
turn into 171-183 High Street from the south with traffic islands positioned to allow this
movement. Similarly, any traffic island should assist in discouraging right turns from this exit.
d) All traffic signs and pavement markings required in association with the median treatment.
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e) Temporary Changed Traffic Conditions Ahead signage shall be provided on each approach to
the median treatment, for a minimum of 2 months after opening the south leg.
4.2 Works in the State Road Reserve
a) The applicant shall obtain a permit from the Department State Growth for any works to be
undertaken within the State Road reservation, including any works necessary in relation to
access construction, stormwater drainage and/or traffic management control and devices from
the proposal.
b) Application requirements and forms can be found at www.transport.tas.gov.au/road/permits,
applications must be submitted at least twenty-eight (28) days prior to any scheduled works in
accordance with the provisions of the Roads and Jetties Act 1935. No works shall be commenced
within the State Road reservation until a permit has been issued.
5 Exterior and security lighting
Exterior Lighting and Security lighting must be designed, baffled and located in accordance with
Australian Standard AS4282-1997 "Control of the obtrusive effects of outdoor lighting" such that no
direct light is emitted outside the boundaries of the subject land.
6 Boundary Fencing
Prior to the commencement of use, a 2.1 m high fence must be constructed along the entire western
boundary of the site and on the northern boundary to a point 35m from the western corner, as per
the recommendations of the endorsed Acoustic Assessment. The fence must be constructed from a
solid material, with no gaps. Examples of acceptable constructions would include 19mm hardwood
ship-lapped construction, 25mm construction ply, or Colorbond with a villaboard backing.
7 Landscaping
a) Prior to the issue of a building permit, the applicant shall provide a landscape plan to the
satisfaction of the General Manager, specifying the variety and final size of the proposed
plantings.
b) Landscaping works as shown on the site/landscape plan shall be completed prior to the
commencement of use and then maintained for the duration of the use.
8 Surface Treatments
All parking areas, access strips manoeuvring and circulation spaces must be:
a) formed to an adequate level and drained; and
b) provided with an impervious all-weather seal; and
c) line marked or provided with other clear physical means to delineate the car parking space.
DECISION
Cr

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COUNCIL ACTING AS A PLANNING AUTHORITY CESSATION
RECOMMENDATION
That the Council cease to act as a Planning Authority under the Land Use Planning and Approvals Act 1993,
for the remainder of the meeting.
DECISION
Cr
That the Council cease to act as a Planning Authority under the Land Use Planning and Approvals
Act 1993, for the remainder of the meeting.

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CON ITEMS FOR THE CLOSED MEETING
DECISION
Cr
That Council move into the Closed Meeting with the General Manager, Corporate Services
Manager, Regulatory & Community Services Manager, Works Manager and Executive Assistant.
CON 1 INFORMATION OF A PERSONAL AND CONFIDENTIAL NATURE OR INFORMATION

PROVIDED TO THE COUNCIL ON THE CONDITION IT IS KEPT CONFIDENTIAL
As per provisions of Section 15(2)(g) of the Local Government (Meeting Procedures) Regulations 2015.
Table of Contents
CON 2 APPLICATIONS BY COUNCILLORS FOR LEAVE OF ABSENCE

As per provisions of Section 15(2)(h) of the Local Government (Meeting Procedures) Regulations 2015.
CON 3 (1) PERSONNEL MATTERS

As per provisions of Section 15(2)(a) of the Local Government (Meeting Procedures) Regulations 2015.

Management Meetings
CON 3 (3) MATTERS RELATING TO ACTUAL OR POSSIBLE LITIGATION TAKEN, OR TO BE TAKEN, BY

OR INVOLVING THE COUNCIL OR AN EMPLOYEE OF THE COUNCIL
As per provisions of Section 15(2)(i) of the Local Government (Meeting Procedures) Regulations 2015.
Correspondence Received

Action Items Status Report

Compliance
CON 4 CONTRACTS, AND TENDERS, FOR THE SUPPLY OF GOODS AND SERVICES AND THEIR
TERMS, CONDITIONS, APPROVAL AND RENEWAL
As per provisions of Section 15(2)(d) of the Local Government (Meeting Procedures) Regulations 2015.
Plant Replacement Fleet 50 Backhoe Loader Contract No. 17/12

Council Meeting Agenda : Closed Council Section 1 - Page 157
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DECISION
Cr
That Council move out of the closed meeting.
Mayor Downie closed the meeting at .

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AGENDA

Ordinary Meeting of Council

Monday, 21 August 2017

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PUBLIC QUESTIONS AND STATEMENTS

REPRESENTATIONS ON PLANNING ITEMS

Each speaker is limited to a maximum of 3 minutes.

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The provision of recording of Council meetings in this policy:

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4.00pm Councillor Workshop closed to the public

GOV 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS

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GOV 3 DECLARATIONS OF ANY PECUNIARY INTEREST OF A

GOV 4 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES

1 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING 17 JULY 2017

2 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES OF COMMITTEES

3 RECOMMENDATIONS OF SUB COMMITTEES

b) Beautification of Perth (1 August 2017 meeting)

c) Safety of Midland Highway Perth to north of Breadalbane (1 August 2017 meeting)

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GOV 5 DATE OF NEXT COUNCIL MEETING

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1 COUNCIL WORKSHOPS/MEETINGS HELD SINCE THE LAST ORDINARY MEETING

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4 CONFERENCES & SEMINARS:

5 132 & 337 CERTIFICATES ISSUED

Investigations/Inspections 2014/2015 2015/16 2016/17 2017/18

8 CUSTOMER REQUEST RECEIPTS

9 GIFTS & DONATIONS (UNDER SECTION 77 OF THE LGA)

10 ACTION ITEMS: COUNCIL MINUTES

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LONG TERM ACTIONS

11 KEY ISSUES BEING CONSIDERED: MANAGERS REPORTS

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12 RESOURCE SHARING SUMMARY FROM 01 JULY 2016

14 YOUTH PROGRAM UPDATE: JULY 2017

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15 STRATEGIC PLANS UPDATE

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16 STRATEGIC PROJECTS OUTCOMES AND DELIVERY 2017-2027

Not Started (obstacles) On Hold On Track Completed

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17 ANIMAL CONTROL UPDATE

18 NTDC LTD QUARTERLY ORGANISATION PROGRESS REPORT TO COUNCIL MEMBERS:

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19 TASMANIAN PLANNING COMMISSION ASSESSMENT OF REPRESENTATIONS ON THE

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Responsible Officer: Des Jennings General Manager

Planning Applications Processed - year to date

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2.2 Planning Compliance Permit Review